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EK54 DXO

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,395 mi
Last recorded92,395 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 DXO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 92,395 miles

Bulb failure warning on dash at times although, all lights working

Front tyres wearing/ stepping on inner edges

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight damage to front and nearside rear tyre sidewalls not exposing cords

Soot to offside of engine area, no obvious leaks

Fail 9 May 2017 92,390 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Bulb failure warning on dash at times although, all lights working

Front tyres wearing/ stepping on inner edges

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Slight damage to front and nearside rear tyre sidewalls not exposing cords

Soot to offside of engine area, no obvious leaks

Pass 25 Oct 2016 89,252 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 87,668 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 66,392 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 53,164 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 44,745 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 40,231 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 34,834 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge and cut to outer wall (not down to cord)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge , near legal limit

Pass 17 Sep 2009 27,776 miles

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

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

emmisions to clean not giving out reading

Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,442 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 16,802 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 DXO is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EK54 DXO, 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 EK54 DXO registered?

EK54 DXO is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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