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BM53 OMM

2003 BMW 530

Bronze Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

131,367 mi
Last recorded131,367 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 OMM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 131,367 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2018 128,411 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 18 Jul 2018 128,411 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 17 Jul 2017 122,767 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 116,648 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 109,623 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 99,643 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 92,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 84,912 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 16 Sep 2010 71,007 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 62,566 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 29 Sep 2008 54,123 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 44,106 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 30,291 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 30,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BM53 OMM is a 2003 BMW 530 in Bronze with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BM53 OMM, 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 BM53 OMM registered?

BM53 OMM is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BM53 OMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM53 OMM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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