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EG04 FWS

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,325 mi
Last recorded82,325 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG04 FWS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 82,325 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 80,129 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 75,725 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 74,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 69,089 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 65,861 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 62,580 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 56,325 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 47,229 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 38,920 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 35,930 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 31,591 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 26,830 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,734 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 18,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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EG04 FWS is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EG04 FWS, 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 EG04 FWS registered?

EG04 FWS is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is EG04 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG04 FWS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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