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FR04 HTA

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

164,002 mi
Last recorded164,002 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR04 HTA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 164,002 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 162,022 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 156,233 miles

engine has slight oil leak.

Pass 8 Mar 2016 153,001 miles

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

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

engine has slight oil leak.

front wiper blades slightly worn.

Pass 14 Mar 2015 149,702 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 145,503 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 141,019 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 137,069 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 134,527 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 121,910 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 104,664 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 84,630 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 84,617 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

crack in front number plate

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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FR04 HTA is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FR04 HTA, 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 FR04 HTA registered?

FR04 HTA is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 13 August 2004.

Is FR04 HTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR04 HTA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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