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FX54 MXB

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,170 mi
Last recorded117,170 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 MXB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 117,170 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 111,924 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 111,818 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 107,856 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 104,100 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 98,042 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 84,694 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 73,494 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 60,797 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 50,834 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 50,834 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,015 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)

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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FX54 MXB is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FX54 MXB, 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 FX54 MXB registered?

FX54 MXB is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is FX54 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX54 MXB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX54 MXB have outstanding finance?

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