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CS03 SSS

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,111 mi
Last recorded34,111 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS03 SSS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 34,111 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 34,106 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Mar 2024 33,821 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 33,798 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 33,729 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Mar 2021 33,718 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Aug 2019 33,705 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 33,091 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 9 Aug 2018 33,084 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

hand brake has slight reserve travel

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Jul 2017 30,656 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 29,292 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 27,369 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 23,468 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,808 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 21,100 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,081 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,654 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

front disc inner faces poor but braking ok .

n/s/front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,495 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 14,757 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 13,485 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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CS03 SSS is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 CS03 SSS, 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 CS03 SSS registered?

CS03 SSS is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is CS03 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS03 SSS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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