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DG04 UVC

2004 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

210,978 mi
Last recorded210,978 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 UVC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 210,978 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 210,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 197,976 miles

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

Front metal brake pipes starting to rust ( next to flexible hose connections )

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

Pass 19 May 2016 182,001 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 182,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 167,898 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 153,181 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 153,181 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2013 144,687 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 132,928 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 132,928 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 108,815 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 84,013 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 57,193 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 32,405 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 21,177 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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DG04 UVC is a 2004 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG04 UVC, 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 DG04 UVC registered?

DG04 UVC is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2004.

Is DG04 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 UVC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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