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CX04 WFH

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,221 mi
Last recorded131,221 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX04 WFH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 131,221 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 122,282 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 122,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 121,163 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 121,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 116,568 miles

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

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

Plastic under trays fitted, obscuring some under body components.

Pass 3 Dec 2014 107,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 97,683 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 93,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 85,341 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 73,822 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 63,246 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 49,269 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 38,254 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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CX04 WFH is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 CX04 WFH, 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 CX04 WFH registered?

CX04 WFH is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is CX04 WFH safe to buy?

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