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FX53 OSE

2003 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

240,439 mi
Last recorded240,439 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 535100,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 OSE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2014 240,439 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 240,439 miles

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 228,024 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 214,258 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 196,058 miles

front discs worn

front number plate deteriorated

rear pads 50 percent worn

Pass 5 Jan 2010 184,925 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 170,011 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 133,725 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 123,535 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 123,350 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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FX53 OSE is a 2003 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 100,173 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 OSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX53 OSE registered?

FX53 OSE is a 2003 BMW 535, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is FX53 OSE safe to buy?

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