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HV53 NKU

2003 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

187,308 mi
Last recorded187,308 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 NKU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 187,308 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 181,568 miles

Front underguards fitted

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Apr 2016 178,331 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 166,339 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Slight play in offside front inner steering tie rod

Pass 30 May 2014 155,507 miles

both rear lower inner suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2013 149,149 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 143,258 miles

Front tyres worn

front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 28 Apr 2011 136,566 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 136,566 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 129,068 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2008 110,432 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 110,301 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 73,383 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2006 73,383 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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HV53 NKU is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol 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 HV53 NKU, 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 HV53 NKU registered?

HV53 NKU is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is HV53 NKU safe to buy?

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