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DN54 UHY

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

166,095 mi
Last recorded166,095 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 UHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 166,095 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 144,220 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 144,220 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 133,112 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 129,382 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 118,100 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 113,096 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 105,876 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 98,249 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)

both front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 21 Dec 2009 93,147 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 79,876 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 60,115 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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DN54 UHY is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey 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 DN54 UHY, 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 DN54 UHY registered?

DN54 UHY is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is DN54 UHY safe to buy?

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