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GK53 VYJ

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,516 mi
Last recorded83,516 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 83,516 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 83,516 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 81,008 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2015 81,008 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 78,586 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 76,378 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 73,279 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 65,607 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 65,607 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 59,721 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 52,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing low close to legal limit

Pass 2 Oct 2006 41,410 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 41,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GK53 VYJ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYJ, 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 GK53 VYJ registered?

GK53 VYJ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is GK53 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK53 VYJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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