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FP53 FHG

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,451 mi
Last recorded160,451 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 FHG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2023 160,451 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 145,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm to the front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 141,276 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 138,195 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 131,386 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 125,338 miles

both sides rear brake pipes corroded

misting of oil under the car

Pass 7 Apr 2016 118,663 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 118,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 113,770 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 100,020 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 97,942 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 97,939 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 92,031 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2010 86,375 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 86,375 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 82,256 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 76,332 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cut in n/s front tyre wall

Pass 17 Apr 2007 70,443 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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FP53 FHG is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP53 FHG, 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 FP53 FHG registered?

FP53 FHG is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is FP53 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 FHG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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