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EN04 AYX

2004 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,638 mi
Last recorded160,638 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN04 AYX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 160,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 148,385 miles

near front tyre worn on inner eadg

Pass 7 Sep 2016 131,397 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 131,397 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 116,035 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 103,786 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 103,781 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 87,780 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 74,200 miles

Oil leak

Unable to check rear seat belts as tools , items on back seat.

Fail 12 Sep 2012 74,200 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Unable to check rear seat belts as tools , items on back seat.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 60,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 1 Sep 2010 55,239 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 49,261 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 43,491 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 37,909 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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EN04 AYX is a 2004 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EN04 AYX, 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 EN04 AYX registered?

EN04 AYX is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is EN04 AYX safe to buy?

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