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AV53 YFZ

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,074 mi
Last recorded143,074 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 YFZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2015 143,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 143,074 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 131,801 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 119,301 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 119,301 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 110,336 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 109,384 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 94,377 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 75,632 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 54,752 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 54,752 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 39,277 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 39,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

chips to windscreen

signs of wear to o/s/f tyre on edges

slight wear to n/s/f o/s/f brake discs

water damage to rear no plate

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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AV53 YFZ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,318 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 YFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV53 YFZ registered?

AV53 YFZ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is AV53 YFZ safe to buy?

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