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DG54 WDP

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

178,889 mi
Last recorded178,889 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 WDP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 178,889 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 177,679 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre down to 1,7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 162,537 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 162,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 155,866 miles

engine covers

under trays fitted preventing full inspection of underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2016 145,678 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 144,568 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 142,447 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 139,966 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 137,117 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 132,010 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 126,337 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 119,535 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 112,926 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 100,406 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 100,406 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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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DG54 WDP is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG54 WDP, 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 DG54 WDP registered?

DG54 WDP is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is DG54 WDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 WDP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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