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BN03 HUV

2003 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,168 mi
Last recorded120,168 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 HUV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 120,168 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2011 118,219 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 105,524 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 93,103 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 81,560 miles

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

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

advise offside and nearside rear tyres sidewalls cracking [255/40/zr17].

Pass 24 Feb 2007 68,227 miles

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

nearside rear tyre pressure low and inner side wall cracked

Pass 1 Mar 2006 53,901 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 28 Feb 2006 53,901 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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BN03 HUV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BN03 HUV, 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 BN03 HUV registered?

BN03 HUV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is BN03 HUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 HUV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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