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DV53 UBG

2003 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,027 mi
Last recorded121,027 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 UBG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 121,027 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 108,328 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 99,585 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 88,018 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 74,585 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 68,920 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 60,691 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 50,806 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 38,775 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,961 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,833 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 22,833 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DV53 UBG is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DV53 UBG, 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 DV53 UBG registered?

DV53 UBG is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is DV53 UBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 UBG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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