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AV54 NZU

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

148,705 mi
Last recorded148,705 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 NZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 148,705 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 135,647 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 127,246 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 117,341 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 114,740 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 110,802 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 106,496 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 101,682 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2011 98,167 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 98,167 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 88,830 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 81,518 miles

oil low/// topped up 2.5 litres

Pass 15 Oct 2008 55,084 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Sep 2007 39,710 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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AV54 NZU 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 92.9%.

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 AV54 NZU, 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 AV54 NZU registered?

AV54 NZU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is AV54 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 NZU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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