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HV53 TYB

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,388 mi
Last recorded173,388 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 TYB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2023 173,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 167,049 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 156,381 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 153,185 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2019 150,681 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 146,274 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear anti roll bar linkage dust cover starting to perish

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 141,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 133,318 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 119,375 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 101,807 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 90,591 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 84,773 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 79,359 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 74,801 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 69,314 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 62,154 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 55,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 51,611 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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HV53 TYB is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TYB, 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.

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HV53 TYB is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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