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FA54 SXV

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,801 mi
Last recorded154,801 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 SXV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2019 154,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 151,019 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 132,819 miles

Both front suspension lower arm rear bushes worn

Both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 3 Sep 2015 117,158 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f boll joint has slight play

Pass 22 Nov 2014 113,023 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 80,701 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 65,785 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 50,937 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 35,623 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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FA54 SXV is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FA54 SXV, 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 FA54 SXV registered?

FA54 SXV is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is FA54 SXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 SXV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA54 SXV have outstanding finance?

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