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BM03 MAZ

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,325 mi
Last recorded68,325 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM03 MAZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 68,325 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 63,012 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 57,666 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 53,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 46,645 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 46,639 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 39,530 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 34,569 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 30,012 miles

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

off/side near/side rear tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 12 Jul 2006 24,336 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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BM03 MAZ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BM03 MAZ, 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

How do I check the history of BM03 MAZ?

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What year was BM03 MAZ registered?

BM03 MAZ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is BM03 MAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM03 MAZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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