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CE54 XAV

2004 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,599 mi
Last recorded166,599 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE54 XAV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2017 166,599 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 161,502 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 150,109 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 136,765 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 125,210 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 114,183 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 102,955 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 89,583 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 75,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 58,406 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 41,099 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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CE54 XAV is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 CE54 XAV, 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 CE54 XAV registered?

CE54 XAV is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is CE54 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE54 XAV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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