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BN54 NKC

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

261,043 mi
Last recorded261,043 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 NKC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 261,043 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 256,079 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 236,625 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 207,137 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 194,680 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 178,519 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 166,300 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 153,051 miles

outer cv gator leaking

Pass 21 Mar 2016 141,850 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 131,245 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 115,520 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 101,675 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 98,485 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 98,483 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 90,964 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 84,206 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 9 Oct 2009 78,375 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 73,464 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2008 73,464 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 68,291 miles

emissions to low to register

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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BN54 NKC is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BN54 NKC, 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 BN54 NKC registered?

BN54 NKC is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is BN54 NKC safe to buy?

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