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E22 TAV

2003 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

206,635 mi
Last recorded206,635 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE22 TAV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 206,635 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 201,616 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 197,255 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 192,454 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 191,915 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 191,915 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2019 191,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

handbrake at 16 % adjustment or repair may be required

Pass 15 Sep 2018 190,944 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 188,367 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 184,196 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 178,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 170,741 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 165,805 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 152,966 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 152,966 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 132,765 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2010 99,568 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 83,409 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 57,008 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 33,965 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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E22 TAV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E22 TAV, 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.

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What year was E22 TAV registered?

E22 TAV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is E22 TAV safe to buy?

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