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EK53 ZYN

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

141,625 mi
Last recorded141,625 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 ZYN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 141,625 miles

Nearside Rear wheel has had repairs

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 137,001 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2022 132,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 130,362 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 125,129 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 119,573 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 109,536 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 105,216 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Dec 2016 105,215 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Nov 2015 99,755 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 91,888 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 96,989 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 95,683 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 94,314 miles

o/s rear tyre has small cuts

Pass 4 Nov 2010 88,176 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 71,648 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 54,995 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 44,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 24 Nov 2006 33,660 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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EK53 ZYN is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EK53 ZYN, 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 EK53 ZYN registered?

EK53 ZYN is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is EK53 ZYN safe to buy?

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