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K1 WKD

2003 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

172,547 mi
Last recorded172,547 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 WKD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 172,547 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 171,412 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 165,403 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 162,432 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 159,323 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 151,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 146,937 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 141,569 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 134,453 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom down facing ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint upper (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted and brake pipes greased

Pass 2 Nov 2015 125,165 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 115,989 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 105,245 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 105,003 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 96,935 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 88,052 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 87,991 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 79,802 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 69,455 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 59,181 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 47,539 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 34,270 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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K1 WKD is a 2003 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 K1 WKD, 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 K1 WKD registered?

K1 WKD is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is K1 WKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 WKD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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