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BW53 EXV

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,143 mi
Last recorded191,143 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 EXV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 191,143 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Feb 2017 187,172 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak engine oil ()

both front tyre inner edges bold

Pass 25 Jan 2016 183,081 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 183,080 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 173,080 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 173,080 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 162,006 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly split

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 148,085 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 136,344 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front undertray insecure

Pass 14 Feb 2011 123,138 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 115,121 miles

emissions reading too low to read

Pass 6 Mar 2009 103,492 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 88,924 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 79,270 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 79,270 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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BW53 EXV is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW53 EXV, 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 BW53 EXV registered?

BW53 EXV is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is BW53 EXV safe to buy?

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