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FM04 XRL

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

195,759 mi
Last recorded195,759 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 XRL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 195,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower fog lamp not working

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 178,262 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 178,227 miles

Emissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 166,947 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 161,736 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 161,705 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 151,179 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 141,913 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 131,012 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 122,031 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 113,417 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 109,896 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 168,931 miles

n/s/f tyre has splits on inner wall

Pass 29 Jun 2011 100,141 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 94,461 miles

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

all four tyres getting low on edges

rear pads getting low

Pass 11 Jun 2009 93,364 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 84,570 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 77,312 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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FM04 XRL is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FM04 XRL, 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 FM04 XRL registered?

FM04 XRL is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is FM04 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 XRL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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