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GL52 GKC

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,302 mi
Last recorded77,302 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 GKC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 77,302 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex pipe.. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 74,230 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre has split in tread

Propshaft universal joint worn rubber donut ()

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 23 Nov 2016 66,892 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 60,387 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 60,368 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 53,447 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 48,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

light corrosion on rear disks

Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,093 miles

front brake discs ( inner surface ) slightly worn/corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2011 41,539 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 37,468 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 33,849 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 29,780 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,147 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 23,639 miles

Nearside 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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GL52 GKC is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL52 GKC, 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 GL52 GKC registered?

GL52 GKC is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is GL52 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 GKC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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