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ET53 HEU

2004 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

112,024 mi
Last recorded112,024 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 HEU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 112,024 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 107,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 100,543 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 95,137 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 88,939 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 88,939 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 85,233 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,598 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 74,956 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

under tray fitted.

Pass 1 Apr 2017 70,281 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak under car

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 64,684 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 59,600 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 51,122 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 16 Apr 2013 44,211 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 43,988 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 37,662 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 31,828 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 27,701 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,156 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 11,529 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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ET53 HEU is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ET53 HEU, 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

How do I check the history of ET53 HEU?

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What year was ET53 HEU registered?

ET53 HEU is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is ET53 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 HEU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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