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HK03 EXS

2003 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

81,516 mi
Last recorded81,516 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 EXS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 81,516 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 79,663 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 76,919 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 75,046 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 71,316 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 71,316 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2021 68,210 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 65,575 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 63,536 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 57,021 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 53,668 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 53,180 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 53,180 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 51,962 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 49,675 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 47,215 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 43,233 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 38,984 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 35,559 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 31,857 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 29,012 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 22,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,518 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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HK03 EXS is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 HK03 EXS, 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 HK03 EXS registered?

HK03 EXS is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is HK03 EXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 EXS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK03 EXS have outstanding finance?

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