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CX53 FTE

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,305 mi
Last recorded101,305 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 FTE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 101,305 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 101,305 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 93,754 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 78,406 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,640 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 74,364 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 68,359 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 68,359 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 60,829 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 54,402 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 46,499 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2009 46,499 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 38,377 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 26,588 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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CX53 FTE is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CX53 FTE, 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 CX53 FTE registered?

CX53 FTE is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is CX53 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FTE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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