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BR04 ABZ

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

202,106 mi
Last recorded202,106 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBR04 ABZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 202,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 188,327 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 170,615 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 170,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 96,751 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 96,690 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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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BR04 ABZ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BR04 ABZ, 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 BR04 ABZ registered?

BR04 ABZ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is BR04 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BR04 ABZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BR04 ABZ have outstanding finance?

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