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FY04 EOZ

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,321 mi
Last recorded142,321 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 EOZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 142,321 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 133,664 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

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)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 127,859 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 123,077 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2015 123,074 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 118,348 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 112,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 112,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 108,376 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 97,351 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 7 May 2011 97,334 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 13 May 2010 86,884 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 25 Apr 2009 73,563 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 57,811 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 42,687 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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FY04 EOZ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY04 EOZ, 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 FY04 EOZ registered?

FY04 EOZ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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