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EP04 UHR

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

235,230 mi
Last recorded235,230 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP04 UHR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 235,230 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Aug 2016 210,885 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper arm forwards (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 26 Aug 2016 210,875 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a significant oil leak steering rack has a serious oil leak (dripping from both ends) (2.2.D.2e)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper arm forwards (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 113,045 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 105,482 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 100,919 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 95,530 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2012 95,530 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2011 90,245 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 85,337 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 80,806 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 74,080 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 64,684 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 58,271 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 58,271 miles

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

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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EP04 UHR is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey 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 EP04 UHR, 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 EP04 UHR registered?

EP04 UHR is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 4 May 2004.

Is EP04 UHR safe to buy?

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