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FD54 PGV

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

190,104 mi
Last recorded190,104 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 PGV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 190,104 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2023 190,104 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2022 177,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 168,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 160,955 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 152,725 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 149,688 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 143,011 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 143,011 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 136,225 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 136,225 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 133,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2015 133,777 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 124,881 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 124,881 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 115,354 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 107,425 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 93,445 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 81,845 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 75,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Dec 2007 68,179 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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FD54 PGV is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black 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 FD54 PGV, 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.

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FD54 PGV is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2004.

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The MOT history for FD54 PGV 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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