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HT53 DZB

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

173,125 mi
Last recorded173,125 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 DZB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 173,125 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 167,199 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 167,199 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 153,350 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2013 134,932 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2013 134,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 114,595 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 94,667 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 76,627 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 57,931 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,227 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 30,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 30,720 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 24,738 miles

n/s front tyre worn on outside edge

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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HT53 DZB is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HT53 DZB, 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 HT53 DZB registered?

HT53 DZB is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is HT53 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 DZB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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