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GJ53 ZFK

2003 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,678 mi
Last recorded87,678 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 ZFK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2009 87,678 miles

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 78,123 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008

Offside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 59,110 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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GJ53 ZFK is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ53 ZFK, 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.

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What year was GJ53 ZFK registered?

GJ53 ZFK is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is GJ53 ZFK safe to buy?

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