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DY53 FET

2003 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

164,203 mi
Last recorded164,203 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 FET
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 164,203 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 155,719 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 126,503 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 203,587 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 115,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 109,043 miles

Brake pad warning on

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

near side head lamp misted

Fail 27 Apr 2012 109,023 miles

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

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

Brake pad warning on

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

near side head lamp misted

Pass 9 May 2011 94,111 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 94,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 82,684 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2010 82,684 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 72,053 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 56,723 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 44,655 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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DY53 FET is a 2003 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY53 FET, 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 DY53 FET registered?

DY53 FET is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is DY53 FET safe to buy?

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