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AD54 BXL

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

353,161 mi
Last recorded353,161 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 BXL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 353,161 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 339,449 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 301,174 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 165,494 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 142,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 120,342 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 97,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Dec 2012 97,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2012 89,834 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 78,114 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 64,426 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 64,426 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 44,701 miles

Oil leak

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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AD54 BXL is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AD54 BXL, 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 AD54 BXL registered?

AD54 BXL is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is AD54 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD54 BXL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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