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GL52 KUF

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,240 mi
Last recorded147,240 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 KUF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2020 147,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 133,349 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 119,747 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 110,813 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 98,943 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 85,396 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 76,133 miles

both rear tyre treads wearing low in the centre section

Pass 14 Dec 2012 70,836 miles

exhaust leak from downpipe flex joints

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 15 Dec 2011 66,953 miles

exhaust down pipes leaking from the flex joints

front brake discs,inner faces worn and corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2010 60,820 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 57,216 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 51,368 miles

both front tyre treads worn very low on inner and outer edges,n/s/r wearing low

Fail 19 Dec 2008 51,335 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

both front tyre treads worn very low on inner and outer edges,n/s/r wearing low

Pass 14 Dec 2007 44,949 miles

FRONT TYRE TREADS WEARING LOW ON EDGES

Fail 13 Dec 2007 44,949 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 39,660 miles

O/S/R BRAKE DISC CORRODED

Pass 23 Dec 2005 31,585 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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GL52 KUF is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 KUF, 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

How do I check the history of GL52 KUF?

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What year was GL52 KUF registered?

GL52 KUF is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is GL52 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 KUF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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