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K14 MAA

2003 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,669 mi
Last recorded148,669 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK14 MAA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 148,669 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres outer tread wear noted

Pass 7 Dec 2012 143,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side main beam bulb melted reflective surround

off side rear alloy wheel has been welded

Fail 6 Dec 2012 143,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

off side main beam bulb melted reflective surround

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side rear alloy wheel has been welded

Pass 22 Dec 2011 138,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 132,253 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2009 123,093 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 123,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 110,432 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front sidelight slightly dim

Fail 1 Nov 2007 86,794 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 86,794 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 71,837 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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K14 MAA is a 2003 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K14 MAA, 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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K14 MAA is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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