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AX03 FZT

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

149,709 mi
Last recorded149,709 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 FZT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 149,709 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 149,709 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2015 145,249 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 141,144 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2014 141,144 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 132,633 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 132,633 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 122,619 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 122,619 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 117,231 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 113,670 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 109,361 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 104,409 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 99,535 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 99,468 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear no plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 23 Jun 2006 81,667 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 81,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket loose (2.4.E.4a)

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

Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)

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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AX03 FZT is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 AX03 FZT, 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 AX03 FZT registered?

AX03 FZT is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is AX03 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 FZT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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