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FH54 CVJ

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

151,772 mi
Last recorded151,772 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 CVJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 151,772 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2018 146,719 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 137,344 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 119,699 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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)

Fail 6 May 2015 119,699 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 101,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Mar 2014 101,661 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2013 87,105 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2012 78,444 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 67,520 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 52,233 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 46,367 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 36,498 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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FH54 CVJ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FH54 CVJ, 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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What year was FH54 CVJ registered?

FH54 CVJ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is FH54 CVJ safe to buy?

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