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AG04 EXJ

2004 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,843 mi
Last recorded144,843 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 EXJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 144,843 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 134,053 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front drop links (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner track control arm (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some underside components and areas

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 124,189 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 120,927 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2014 120,927 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 112,575 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 95,117 miles

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

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

brakes;; rear brake disc's worn

Fail 8 Mar 2012 95,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

brakes;; rear brake disc's worn

Pass 24 Nov 2010 77,518 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 61,245 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 49,551 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 45,329 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 45,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 45,221 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 35,445 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 25,315 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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AG04 EXJ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 AG04 EXJ, 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 AG04 EXJ registered?

AG04 EXJ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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