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GL03 AYT

2003 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,438 mi
Last recorded138,438 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 AYT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2011 138,438 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 133,537 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 123,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 109,808 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 109,808 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover hanging off

Pass 4 Jun 2007 78,321 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 52,630 miles

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

both front tyres wearing out of shape and will require replacement shortly.

Fail 2 Jun 2006 52,554 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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GL03 AYT is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GL03 AYT, 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 GL03 AYT registered?

GL03 AYT is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is GL03 AYT safe to buy?

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