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GL52 XLV

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

263,048 mi
Last recorded263,048 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 263,048 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel is towing in slightly

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 263,048 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel is towing in slightly

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 247,049 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 247,049 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 234,841 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 227,452 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 220,542 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 206,369 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 189,731 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 176,979 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 160,353 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 138,976 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 112,774 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 87,876 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 XLV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XLV, 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 XLV registered?

GL52 XLV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is GL52 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 XLV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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