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EP54 AFU

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,447 mi
Last recorded97,447 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP54 AFU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 97,447 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 84,747 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 78,673 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 78,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 71,683 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly worn on edge's

Pass 14 Sep 2010 63,597 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 54,277 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 42,839 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 32,437 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

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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EP54 AFU is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EP54 AFU, 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 EP54 AFU registered?

EP54 AFU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2004.

Is EP54 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP54 AFU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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