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BG53 BWW

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,323 mi
Last recorded163,323 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BWW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 163,323 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2014 163,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 145,789 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 145,784 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 12 Feb 2013 145,774 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2012 126,841 miles

n/s rear tyre has low tread (border pass).

Fail 19 Jan 2012 126,841 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

n/s rear tyre has low tread (border pass).

Pass 17 Feb 2011 111,477 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 100,208 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 81,694 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 64,551 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 50,500 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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BG53 BWW is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG53 BWW, 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 BG53 BWW registered?

BG53 BWW is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 BWW safe to buy?

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