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EF54 GKC

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

140,572 mi
Last recorded140,572 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 GKC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 140,572 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 140,572 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 134,499 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 134,499 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 120,145 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 104,965 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 101,330 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 94,768 miles

N/S/R/HANDBRAKE/LOW/READING

Fail 16 Nov 2012 94,574 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 23 Nov 2011 87,977 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 87,970 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 80,421 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 67,041 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 54,558 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 40,207 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 25,770 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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EF54 GKC is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EF54 GKC, 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 EF54 GKC registered?

EF54 GKC is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is EF54 GKC safe to buy?

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