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BK54 NZU

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,054 mi
Last recorded92,054 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 NZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2021 92,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 86,481 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 72,150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 67,200 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 64,618 miles

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 26 Oct 2013 61,001 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 20 Sep 2012 57,780 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,386 miles

Offside steering arm slight play

Pass 18 Oct 2008 48,659 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 28,846 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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BK54 NZU is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK54 NZU, 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 BK54 NZU registered?

BK54 NZU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is BK54 NZU safe to buy?

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