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B3 SGJ

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

137,451 mi
Last recorded137,451 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 SGJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 137,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 127,302 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 124,524 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 123,803 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 123,287 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 122,355 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 120,013 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 116,204 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 111,369 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 106,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake pad wear sensor insecure

Pass 27 Oct 2015 103,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front exhaust flexie pipe detetiorated but not blowing

rear brake pad wear sensor wire broken

unable to check o/s/r seat belt - child seat fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 99,225 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 15 Aug 2013 90,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2012 88,729 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 88,729 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 85,424 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 69,065 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 57,434 miles

steering and susp slight

Pass 7 Oct 2008 51,295 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 41,031 miles

unable to fully inspect flooring due to floor panelling.

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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B3 SGJ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 B3 SGJ, 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 B3 SGJ registered?

B3 SGJ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 November 2004.

Is B3 SGJ safe to buy?

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