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HF53 DYX

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

172,407 mi
Last recorded172,407 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 DYX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 172,407 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

under trays blocking view

Fail 13 Dec 2016 172,407 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

under trays blocking view

Pass 8 Dec 2014 139,261 miles

Oil leak

o/s rear tyre has two small splits on inside wall

Pass 6 Dec 2013 131,143 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 112,752 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full seat belt inspection

Fail 10 Dec 2012 112,738 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

child seat fitted not allowing full seat belt inspection

Pass 23 Dec 2011 86,847 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 84,706 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 80,091 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 80,067 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 79,900 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,089 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 53,859 miles

Nearside Front Upper Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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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HF53 DYX is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF53 DYX, 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 HF53 DYX registered?

HF53 DYX is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is HF53 DYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 DYX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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