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FM03 YDN

2003 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,496 mi
Last recorded67,496 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 YDN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Dec 2021 67,496 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 64,497 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2018 64,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 63,805 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 60,683 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded By side of sill (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 57,893 miles

Parking brake efficiency lower than expected

Pass 25 Sep 2014 54,333 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 50,922 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 48,115 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 44,747 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 40,933 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 37,370 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 33,612 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 30,271 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 26,738 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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FM03 YDN is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM03 YDN, 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 FM03 YDN registered?

FM03 YDN is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is FM03 YDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 YDN shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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