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FP03 MUV

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,273 mi
Last recorded115,273 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 MUV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 115,273 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 115,059 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 115,059 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 114,463 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 113,437 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 112,202 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 110,827 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 109,803 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 106,646 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 103,447 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 98,325 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 98,325 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 94,631 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 91,523 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 87,994 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 83,621 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 79,575 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 76,083 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 71,699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 66,083 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 55,188 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 50,580 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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FP03 MUV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FP03 MUV, 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 FP03 MUV registered?

FP03 MUV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is FP03 MUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 MUV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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