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AX04 GYA

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,488 mi
Last recorded160,488 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 GYA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 160,488 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2017 160,488 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 152,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 149,660 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 134,983 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 122,065 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 111,130 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Jan 2011 100,066 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 87,714 miles

BOYH REAR TYRES WEARING LOW ON INSIDE OF THE TREAD

Fail 3 Sep 2008 66,522 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 3 Sep 2008 66,522 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 51,680 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 40,975 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 40,935 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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AX04 GYA is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc 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 AX04 GYA, 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 AX04 GYA registered?

AX04 GYA is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is AX04 GYA safe to buy?

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