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FX53 PSY

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

150,737 mi
Last recorded150,737 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 PSY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 150,737 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 142,627 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 129,879 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 115,472 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 104,957 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2011 96,658 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 96,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 87,206 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 79,522 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 70,308 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 59,889 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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FX53 PSY is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FX53 PSY, 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 FX53 PSY registered?

FX53 PSY is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is FX53 PSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 PSY shows 11 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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