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DF53 UAG

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

136,610 mi
Last recorded136,610 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 UAG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 136,610 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 134,769 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 133,227 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 131,721 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 127,701 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 121,962 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 115,547 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 108,139 miles

o/s/f tyre on 3mm

rear tyres on 3mm

Fail 12 Jan 2009 108,139 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f tyre on 3mm

rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 17 Dec 2007 95,752 miles

both front tyres on 5mm

slight blow from joint just after cat

Pass 29 Dec 2006 69,910 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

underside inspection limited by undershields

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 UAG is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UAG, 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 UAG registered?

DF53 UAG is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is DF53 UAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 UAG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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