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AM53 FHN

2004 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,155 mi
Last recorded80,155 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 FHN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2013 80,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2011 77,352 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AM53 FHN is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AM53 FHN, 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 AM53 FHN registered?

AM53 FHN is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 FHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 FHN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM53 FHN have outstanding finance?

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