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DE03 EEW

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

209,112 mi
Last recorded209,112 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 EEW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2024 209,112 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 23,117 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 197,874 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 190,701 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 187,115 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipes (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 185,975 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 178,101 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 164,847 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 152,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 140,505 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 126,341 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 110,858 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 100,171 miles

advise:cracks in windscreen

advise:deep cuts in tread on nearside and offside front tyres

Pass 1 May 2008 84,526 miles

advise:cracks in windscreen

advise:front inner brake pads look low

advise:nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to legal limit

advise:park brake effort low on offside rear

Pass 19 May 2006 60,381 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DE03 EEW is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE03 EEW, 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 DE03 EEW registered?

DE03 EEW is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is DE03 EEW safe to buy?

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