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FB03 FHJ

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,132 mi
Last recorded77,132 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 FHJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2011 77,132 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 58,494 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 58,494 miles

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

Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 36,156 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 19,908 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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FB03 FHJ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FB03 FHJ, 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 FB03 FHJ registered?

FB03 FHJ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FB03 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 FHJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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