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AF53 WBL

2003 BMW 530

Beige Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,402 mi
Last recorded119,402 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 WBL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 119,402 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 114,316 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 103,716 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 89,978 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 77,391 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 68,784 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 59,614 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 51,015 miles

tyre pressure warning light illuminated

Fail 15 Nov 2016 51,013 miles

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

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

tyre pressure warning light illuminated

Pass 22 Oct 2015 48,336 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2014 44,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

wipers now starting to smear.

Pass 18 Oct 2013 41,543 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 37,566 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 33,315 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 33,315 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 29,882 miles

Engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of steering components

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

Underbody undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Pass 4 Nov 2009 27,611 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 25,945 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 22,551 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 20,924 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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AF53 WBL is a 2003 BMW 530 in Beige with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF53 WBL, 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 AF53 WBL registered?

AF53 WBL is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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