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AP04 UML

2004 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,070 mi
Last recorded95,070 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 UML
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 95,070 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 95,070 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 92,627 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)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 92,627 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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 8 Jul 2016 90,462 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 90,462 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 88,157 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 83,930 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 83,813 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 77,584 miles

frot tyres wearing on inner edge advise tracking check

Pass 27 Feb 2012 73,383 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 69,116 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 69,116 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 63,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 15 May 2009 56,119 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 44,740 miles

undretray

Pass 3 May 2007 32,202 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 29,190 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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AP04 UML is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AP04 UML, 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 AP04 UML registered?

AP04 UML is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is AP04 UML safe to buy?

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