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EO04 WFX

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

243,325 mi
Last recorded243,325 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO04 WFX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 243,325 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2022

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 135,539 miles

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2018 126,564 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Central Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 126,564 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 121,909 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 13 Apr 2017 113,925 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 113,864 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 105,493 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 105,430 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 96,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Slight fuel leak/oil leak, further investigation needed.

Pass 16 Apr 2014 85,805 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 85,805 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

propshaft artic disc rubber excessively deteriated

Pass 5 Apr 2013 77,672 miles

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2012 66,848 miles

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

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)

nsr bumper reflector missing

Pass 9 Apr 2011 56,878 miles

no access to underbody due to covers

Fail 21 Apr 2010 51,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,468 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 43,934 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,419 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 29,118 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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EO04 WFX is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EO04 WFX, 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 EO04 WFX registered?

EO04 WFX is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is EO04 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO04 WFX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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