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FH53 CAE

2003 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

156,762 mi
Last recorded156,762 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 CAE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 156,762 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges - 225/50x17

Fail 7 May 2016 156,758 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges - 225/50x17

Pass 13 May 2015 151,373 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 151,373 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 145,490 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 142,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 142,312 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 141,053 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 177,224 miles

brake warning light on ,tyre warning light on ,n/s door mirror cracked.

Fail 24 Nov 2010 177,224 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake warning light on ,tyre warning light on ,n/s door mirror cracked.

Pass 31 Oct 2009 129,973 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 117,248 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 104,961 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 104,452 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)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 77,130 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 77,130 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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FH53 CAE is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FH53 CAE, 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 FH53 CAE registered?

FH53 CAE is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is FH53 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 CAE shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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