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AY53 MPU

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,343 mi
Last recorded101,343 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 MPU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 101,343 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 101,343 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 96,495 miles

both rear tyres bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2015 92,763 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 90,852 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 85,959 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 81,459 miles

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 11 Mar 2011 79,582 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 79,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise tracking

Pass 20 May 2010 76,821 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

deep cut in o/s/r tyre

Pass 20 May 2009 73,590 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 May 2009 73,590 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 70,725 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 68,113 miles

slight inner rim damage to n/s/r wheel

slight inner rim damage to o/s/f wheel

Pass 2 Oct 2006 58,986 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 58,986 miles

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

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

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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AY53 MPU is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY53 MPU, 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 AY53 MPU registered?

AY53 MPU is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is AY53 MPU safe to buy?

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