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FY04 FRL

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,337 mi
Last recorded119,337 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 FRL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2014 119,337 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 119,337 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 116,799 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 106,289 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 88,472 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Nov 2010 71,458 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 71,316 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 55,803 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 41,440 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 36,175 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 32,026 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 FRL is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FRL, 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

How do I check the history of FY04 FRL?

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What year was FY04 FRL registered?

FY04 FRL is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is FY04 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY04 FRL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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