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AD05 FLY

2004 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,079 mi
Last recorded138,079 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 FLY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 138,079 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 133,306 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 128,522 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 125,020 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 114,272 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 106,689 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 106,689 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 147,040 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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AD05 FLY is a 2004 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD05 FLY, 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

How do I check the history of AD05 FLY?

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What year was AD05 FLY registered?

AD05 FLY is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AD05 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 FLY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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