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GK53 OEC

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

212,358 mi
Last recorded212,358 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 OEC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 212,358 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 208,486 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

n/s/f disc back plate loose

Pass 14 Dec 2023 200,220 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 187,471 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 180,824 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 176,094 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 168,353 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 164,471 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 158,222 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 152,797 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 147,272 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 139,902 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 133,663 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 130,205 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 130,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 116,873 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 98,904 miles

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

rear number plate dirty/discoloured

Pass 28 Oct 2008 79,122 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 64,145 miles

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

Offside 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 30 Oct 2006 49,328 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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GK53 OEC is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GK53 OEC, 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 GK53 OEC registered?

GK53 OEC is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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