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DC04 UBX

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,286 mi
Last recorded115,286 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 UBX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 115,286 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 107,353 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 99,700 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 90,452 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge and low on tread

Fail 20 Feb 2014 90,452 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge and low on tread

Pass 11 Feb 2013 79,978 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear tyres wearing low on tread

Pass 16 May 2011 55,136 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 42,873 miles

Flat Tyre Warning Lamp On

Fail 4 Jun 2010 42,873 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Flat Tyre Warning Lamp On

Pass 29 May 2009 33,918 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 33,839 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2008 31,495 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 28,212 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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DC04 UBX is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DC04 UBX, 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 DC04 UBX registered?

DC04 UBX is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is DC04 UBX safe to buy?

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