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DF53 UVU

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

190,230 mi
Last recorded190,230 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 UVU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 190,230 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2023 186,502 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2022 178,539 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2021 171,117 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 158,607 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 158,607 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2019 149,449 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 149,449 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 144,999 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2018 144,999 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 139,185 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 122,038 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 122,028 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 109,058 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 103,386 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 97,669 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 88,338 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 80,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Aug 2010 74,851 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 67,199 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Aug 2008 60,519 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)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 50,405 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 45,837 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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DF53 UVU is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DF53 UVU, 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 DF53 UVU registered?

DF53 UVU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is DF53 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 UVU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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