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BK04 HTG

2004 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

162,355 mi
Last recorded162,355 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 HTG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 162,355 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 149,158 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 143,499 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 143,492 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 132,330 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 132,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 121,722 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 113,273 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 103,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 96,741 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 87,591 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 76,867 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 63,028 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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BK04 HTG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BK04 HTG, 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 BK04 HTG registered?

BK04 HTG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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The MOT history for BK04 HTG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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