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CF53 ESN

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,258 mi
Last recorded120,258 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 ESN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 120,258 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 113,986 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 109,375 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 102,567 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 102,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 91,212 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 86,460 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 76,843 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 76,843 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 75,113 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 72,776 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 68,106 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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CF53 ESN is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CF53 ESN, 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

How do I check the history of CF53 ESN?

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What year was CF53 ESN registered?

CF53 ESN is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is CF53 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 ESN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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