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AC04 FAU

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,656 mi
Last recorded144,656 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC04 FAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 144,656 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 129,198 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2016 112,363 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 101,142 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 77,875 miles

Brake pipe under the vehicle could not be tested because of plastic under body covers

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 68,510 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 68,510 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 May 2011 59,617 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2011 59,617 miles

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

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 10 May 2010 45,595 miles

advise- osf and osr tyres wareing on edges'

Fail 18 May 2009 37,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2009 37,853 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 27,355 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 27,355 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 May 2007 21,279 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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AC04 FAU is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 100,731 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 AC04 FAU, 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 22 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 AC04 FAU registered?

AC04 FAU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is AC04 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC04 FAU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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