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EG04 UPE

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,115 mi
Last recorded121,115 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG04 UPE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2015 121,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 121,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 113,122 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2014 113,122 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 104,551 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Apr 2012 95,703 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 95,703 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 87,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 79,693 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 66,382 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 61,447 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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EG04 UPE is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPE, 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 UPE registered?

EG04 UPE is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 August 2004.

Is EG04 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG04 UPE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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