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CA04 XME

2004 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

71,999 mi
Last recorded71,999 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 XME
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 71,999 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 63,622 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 63,622 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 56,633 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 52,726 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 49,895 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 49,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55R16 Continentals (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 46,144 miles

Hand brake only just passed .

Pass 30 Jun 2019 40,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 38,603 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 37,401 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 35,971 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 34,642 miles

DPF Fited, No Smoke Readings Above 0 Recorded.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 33,130 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,641 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,582 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 25,346 miles

rear tyres becoming worn

Pass 10 Jun 2009 23,135 miles

front brake imbalance 23% close to maximum allowed limit of 25%

Pass 26 Jun 2008 19,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,061 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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CA04 XME is a 2004 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 CA04 XME, 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 CA04 XME registered?

CA04 XME is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 21 June 2004.

Is CA04 XME safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 XME shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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