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HK53 UWJ

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

193,355 mi
Last recorded193,355 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 UWJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 193,355 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 193,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 185,570 miles

Central Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 177,734 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front tension arms (2.4.G.2)

moisture in nearside headlamp unit

Pass 11 Jul 2015 169,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2014 159,015 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2013 151,910 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 140,441 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 140,435 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 129,998 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2010 121,133 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2009 109,858 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 85,963 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 66,945 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front jacking point block missing

Pass 25 Nov 2006 52,443 miles

several minor stone chips to windscreen

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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HK53 UWJ is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HK53 UWJ, 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 HK53 UWJ registered?

HK53 UWJ is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is HK53 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 UWJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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