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BK53 YLT

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,460 mi
Last recorded98,460 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 YLT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 98,460 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2025 92,134 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 74,063 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 71,304 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 65,679 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 64,033 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 63,517 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 62,560 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 59,952 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 56,648 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 53,772 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,855 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 49,075 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 46,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,399 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 38,261 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 36,401 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 32,385 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 28,956 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 24,479 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 YLT is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YLT, 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 BK53 YLT registered?

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

Is BK53 YLT safe to buy?

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