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BF53 FVM

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,151 mi
Last recorded136,151 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 FVM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 136,151 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 2 Oct 2012 136,151 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2011 133,840 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 132,446 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 128,338 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 101,425 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 76,048 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)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 55,461 miles

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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BF53 FVM is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF53 FVM, 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 BF53 FVM registered?

BF53 FVM is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BF53 FVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 FVM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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