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DV54 FVZ

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,957 mi
Last recorded113,957 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 FVZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 113,957 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 167,982 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 167,586 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 157,374 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 151,094 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 142,927 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 133,312 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 127,052 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 119,243 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 101,299 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 101,299 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 76,959 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 76,387 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 53,639 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,783 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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DV54 FVZ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DV54 FVZ, 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.

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What year was DV54 FVZ registered?

DV54 FVZ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2004.

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