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CE53 NJX

2003 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

162,571 mi
Last recorded162,571 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 NJX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 162,571 miles

both rear tyres getting low

minor chips in windscreen

slight lip rear brake discs

Fail 15 Sep 2011 162,571 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

both rear tyres getting low

minor chips in windscreen

slight lip rear brake discs

Pass 20 Aug 2010 153,121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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 14 Aug 2009 145,474 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 137,287 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 128,637 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 119,327 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 119,044 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)

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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CE53 NJX is a 2003 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel 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 CE53 NJX, 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 CE53 NJX registered?

CE53 NJX is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is CE53 NJX safe to buy?

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