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AD54 ELX

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

228,301 mi
Last recorded228,301 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 ELX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 228,301 miles

Both front headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 7 Jan 2016 214,226 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 214,226 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 125,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 122,920 miles

As per failure.

Fail 3 Jun 2014 122,844 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Centre stop light only working 50%. 3. Engine/gear box leak. 4. Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 13 Jun 2013 116,472 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 103,567 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 89,373 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 73,607 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 55,411 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 37,918 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 37,838 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 29,719 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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AD54 ELX is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ELX, 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 AD54 ELX registered?

AD54 ELX is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is AD54 ELX safe to buy?

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