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DC54 BUE

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,385 mi
Last recorded155,385 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC54 BUE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 155,385 miles

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

Oil leak ()

brake pad wear light on

Fail 17 Jan 2017 155,378 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour showing orange at top (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working x2 (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour showing orange at top (1.1.A.3e)

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

Oil leak ()

brake pad wear light on

Pass 25 Nov 2015 144,796 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 138,511 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013
Pass 30 Oct 2012 118,825 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 102,863 miles

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

nearside and offside front tyres worn on edges

slight play in nearside rear raduis arm bush

slight play in offside front wishbone ball joint

small crack on bottom of nearside of wind screen

Pass 6 Oct 2010 85,094 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 70,506 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 51,804 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 30,995 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 30,742 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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DC54 BUE is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DC54 BUE, 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 DC54 BUE registered?

DC54 BUE is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is DC54 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC54 BUE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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