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BV53 JYJ

2003 BMW 530

Blue Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

156,102 mi
Last recorded156,102 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 JYJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 156,102 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 153,001 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

under try fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2019 150,621 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 150,413 miles

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 20 Jan 2017 149,731 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015
Pass 7 Oct 2014 145,709 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)

Fail 6 Oct 2014 145,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 134,714 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 123,522 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 109,966 miles

rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 23 Aug 2011 109,966 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 27 Apr 2011 109,960 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 102,310 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 92,526 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 79,389 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 57,452 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 46,479 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 46,479 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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BV53 JYJ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BV53 JYJ, 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 BV53 JYJ registered?

BV53 JYJ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BV53 JYJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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