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DE53 VTX

2003 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

90,267 mi
Last recorded90,267 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 VTX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 90,267 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 86,725 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 86,725 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 84,255 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 78,942 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2022 74,451 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 74,451 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 68,610 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2019 66,917 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 64,289 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 64,289 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 61,587 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 60,951 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 58,927 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 56,402 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 53,981 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 51,597 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 46,859 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 41,839 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,954 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 31,017 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 24,509 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 17,618 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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DE53 VTX is a 2003 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DE53 VTX, 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 DE53 VTX registered?

DE53 VTX is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is DE53 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 VTX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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