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FA53 CWP

2003 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,707 mi
Last recorded61,707 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 CWP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 61,707 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 57,873 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 55,030 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 52,519 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 50,150 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,354 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 41,836 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 37,520 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 33,364 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 29,850 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 24,894 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 24,729 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,916 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 19,341 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 15,635 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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FA53 CWP is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FA53 CWP, 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 FA53 CWP registered?

FA53 CWP is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is FA53 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 CWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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