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EK54 DXF

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

111,793 mi
Last recorded111,793 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 DXF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 111,793 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 111,791 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2025 104,817 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 100,836 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 96,250 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly cracked. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly cracked. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 91,067 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 86,595 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 80,270 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 78,366 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 77,361 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 76,277 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 75,517 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 73,483 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 70,793 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 70,793 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 66,520 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 62,313 miles

Air bag/ safety restraint system warning light on dash iluminated.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 56,996 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 51,608 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)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 44,631 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 38,643 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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EK54 DXF is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EK54 DXF, 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

How do I check the history of EK54 DXF?

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What year was EK54 DXF registered?

EK54 DXF is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is EK54 DXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK54 DXF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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