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KC53 OJY

2003 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

203,599 mi
Last recorded203,599 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 OJY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 203,599 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamps slightly deteriorated

rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

under covers fitted / obscuring some components

Fail 18 Jul 2020 203,599 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamps slightly deteriorated

rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

under covers fitted / obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jul 2019 181,834 miles

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

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

brake and suspension components slightly corroded

rear differential leaking oil

Pass 9 Jul 2018 161,312 miles

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

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

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Fail 9 Jul 2018 161,312 miles

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

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

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 146,902 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 5 Jul 2016 139,703 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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

covers & shields fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2015 115,129 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 101,933 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 87,633 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 87,633 miles

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 78,567 miles

Airbag light on

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

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2010 67,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 67,821 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 59,051 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 54,241 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 44,502 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 44,423 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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KC53 OJY is a 2003 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KC53 OJY, 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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What year was KC53 OJY registered?

KC53 OJY is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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