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GL53 YZV

2003 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,136 mi
Last recorded85,136 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 YZV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 85,136 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 82,892 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to applied protection

Pass 12 Dec 2012 79,858 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 73,591 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 73,590 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 66,500 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 58,587 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 51,166 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 42,969 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 33,558 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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GL53 YZV is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GL53 YZV, 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 GL53 YZV registered?

GL53 YZV is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is GL53 YZV safe to buy?

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