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BD03 ECE

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,792 mi
Last recorded145,792 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 ECE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 145,792 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

parking brake readings low may require adjustment or repair

Pass 13 Dec 2014 137,899 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 129,554 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 113,424 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 99,058 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 88,683 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 88,683 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 80,505 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 80,392 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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 Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 129,638 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 122,810 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 94,743 miles

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

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

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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BD03 ECE is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD03 ECE, 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 BD03 ECE registered?

BD03 ECE is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is BD03 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 ECE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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