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BG54 EWY

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

185,887 mi
Last recorded185,887 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 EWY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 185,887 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Fail 8 Apr 2016 185,886 miles

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

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring examinable components

Pass 2 Apr 2015 172,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 162,473 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)

front number plate cracked

oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 147,728 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2011 135,113 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Dec 2010 120,669 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 105,737 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 87,704 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 68,506 miles

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

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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BG54 EWY is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BG54 EWY, 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 BG54 EWY registered?

BG54 EWY is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is BG54 EWY safe to buy?

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