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BD04 XPC

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,803 mi
Last recorded179,803 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 XPC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 179,803 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 167,326 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 158,328 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 149,681 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 140,121 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 136,821 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 136,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 131,775 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 127,536 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 127,536 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 120,923 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 120,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 107,085 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 100,761 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 80,890 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 80,890 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 52,998 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,556 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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BD04 XPC is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc diesel 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 BD04 XPC, 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 BD04 XPC registered?

BD04 XPC is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is BD04 XPC safe to buy?

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