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CE53 YJV

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,222 mi
Last recorded126,222 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 YJV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 126,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 109,064 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 101,365 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 95,178 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 95,178 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 89,280 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 82,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 4 Oct 2011 72,831 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

exhaust leak from manifold area(requires attention)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 60,212 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 52,193 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 44,237 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 44,116 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 2 Oct 2008 43,960 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 35,788 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 22,593 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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CE53 YJV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJV, 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 YJV registered?

CE53 YJV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is CE53 YJV safe to buy?

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