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GM53 AEG

2003 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

80,327 mi
Last recorded80,327 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM53 AEG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 80,327 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 80,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 69,617 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 66,395 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 53,619 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,510 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 42,862 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 39,807 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 37,234 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 35,911 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 32,986 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 30,174 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit measures 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

transmission oil leak area

Pass 21 Nov 2014 27,939 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 26,836 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,989 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 22,924 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 21,155 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 19,441 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 16,792 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 13,216 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 9,995 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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GM53 AEG is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GM53 AEG, 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 GM53 AEG registered?

GM53 AEG is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is GM53 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM53 AEG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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