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FM04 YRA

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

166,432 mi
Last recorded166,432 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 166,432 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired not more than 50% (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 May 2017 166,429 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired not more than 50% (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 May 2016 164,015 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 164,015 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 46,510 miles

Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f steering arm have play

Pass 23 Jun 2014 145,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2013 137,738 miles

Nearside Rear 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 Jun 2012 133,415 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 128,931 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 116,601 miles

both front discs slightly worn

Fail 24 Jun 2010 116,601 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front discs slightly worn

Pass 23 Jun 2009 94,206 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 70,372 miles

front and rear brake discs showing some wear

Pass 21 Jun 2007 52,412 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 YRA is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FM04 YRA, 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 FM04 YRA registered?

FM04 YRA is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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