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AC54 AJS

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,151 mi
Last recorded169,151 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC54 AJS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 169,151 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 19 Dec 2013 148,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2013 148,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2012 143,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2011 114,482 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 113,481 miles

damage to n/s tyre side wall

engine worning lamp on

tyre worning lamp on

Pass 2 Oct 2009 99,330 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 89,148 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 74,355 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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AC54 AJS is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AC54 AJS, 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.

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What year was AC54 AJS registered?

AC54 AJS is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is AC54 AJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC54 AJS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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