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FE54 NXH

2004 BMW 530

Grey Lpg 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,907 mi
Last recorded137,907 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE54 NXH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 137,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside (both) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 111,272 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front 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))

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

engine under tray & component tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 16 Oct 2017 135,969 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside/nearside (3.5.1i)

engine under tray & component tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 6 Nov 2015 113,951 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking inner edge

baby seats fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2015 113,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking inner edge

baby seats fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2014 115,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 114,413 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 111,181 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 105,297 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 100,770 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 100,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 97,523 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 92,554 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 75,237 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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FE54 NXH is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FE54 NXH, 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 FE54 NXH registered?

FE54 NXH is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 4 September 2004.

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