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FH04 SKN

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

212,659 mi
Last recorded212,659 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 SKN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 212,659 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 202,564 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 195,283 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 186,922 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 186,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking to rear (3.6.A.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 179,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Corner marker out.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 179,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Corner marker out.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 169,597 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 169,459 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 160,111 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 144,718 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 122,551 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 100,439 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 84,606 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 71,232 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2009 61,479 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 May 2009 61,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 51,135 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 40,007 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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FH04 SKN is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FH04 SKN, 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 FH04 SKN registered?

FH04 SKN is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is FH04 SKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 SKN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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