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FL53 UHO

2003 BMW 530

Green Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,696 mi
Last recorded85,696 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 UHO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 85,696 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R Tyre wearing on edge.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 77,982 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 77,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/F Tyre worn bald on edges.

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 133,267 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 105,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Sep 2009 105,858 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2008 81,315 miles

2 x nails in n/s/r tyre

scratches to o/s/f wheel arch/bumper corner , slight lip to front & rear brake discs , kerb damage to alloy rims , full vehicle under tray fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2007 63,992 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 50,059 miles

* front brake pads wearing unevenly * †rear pads worn low †m inor dents/scratches to various bodu pannels †vehicle under tray fitted

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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FL53 UHO is a 2003 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL53 UHO, 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 FL53 UHO registered?

FL53 UHO is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is FL53 UHO safe to buy?

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