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GF53 JRO

2003 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,786 mi
Last recorded102,786 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 JRO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 102,786 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2022 100,125 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Dec 2022 100,120 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 97,137 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 92,892 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 88,122 miles

under trays

Fail 21 Jan 2020 88,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays

Pass 18 Jan 2019 83,578 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 77,220 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 77,220 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 72,152 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Nov 2015 66,724 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 62,614 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 56,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2013 56,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 50,354 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

rear pads low

sills covered

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,425 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 39,451 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 31,594 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 27,144 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 23,368 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 18,639 miles

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

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

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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GF53 JRO is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GF53 JRO, 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 GF53 JRO registered?

GF53 JRO is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is GF53 JRO safe to buy?

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