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DF53 FPG

2003 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,231 mi
Last recorded128,231 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 FPG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2012 128,231 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 114,479 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 99,105 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside/offside front brake disc slight worn

Pass 23 Oct 2010 99,105 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside/offside front brake disc slight worn

Pass 21 Oct 2009 80,906 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 56,317 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 32,876 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 20,642 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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DF53 FPG is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF53 FPG, 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 DF53 FPG registered?

DF53 FPG is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is DF53 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 FPG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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