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BK53 UER

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,004 mi
Last recorded94,004 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 UER
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 94,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 80,517 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 78,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR TYRES BORDERLINE!!!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 71,849 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 63,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 63,159 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 63,159 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 60,503 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 60,503 miles

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

Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 48,874 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 39,548 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 31,888 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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BK53 UER is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey 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 BK53 UER, 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.

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What year was BK53 UER registered?

BK53 UER is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BK53 UER safe to buy?

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