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FV04 WZZ

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

205,791 mi
Last recorded205,791 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 WZZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 205,791 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear brake pads approx 3mm

rear tyres approx 3mm

salt corossion on brake pipes

Fail 24 May 2017 205,785 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear brake pads approx 3mm

rear tyres approx 3mm

salt corossion on brake pipes

Pass 25 May 2016 192,984 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 176,304 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 161,446 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 161,445 miles

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 149,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmisions to clean to test

slight play in steering system

Pass 8 Jun 2012 127,031 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 116,557 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 102,015 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 81,130 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 66,962 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 54,874 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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FV04 WZZ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black 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 FV04 WZZ, 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 FV04 WZZ registered?

FV04 WZZ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is FV04 WZZ safe to buy?

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