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FV53 POF

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,369 mi
Last recorded149,369 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 POF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 May 2011 149,369 miles

Offside Outer Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 May 2010 127,794 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 101,165 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 78,738 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 54,195 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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FV53 POF is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FV53 POF, 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 FV53 POF registered?

FV53 POF is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is FV53 POF safe to buy?

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