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FY54 VTD

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

168,498 mi
Last recorded168,498 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 VTD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 168,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 157,543 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 154,567 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 150,757 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 150,757 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2020 148,052 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 145,028 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 141,677 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 132,903 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear seats not in use at time of test

Pass 2 Feb 2016 118,564 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)

rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 2 Feb 2016 118,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

rear seats not in use at time of test

Pass 19 Feb 2015 105,638 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn but working fine advise replacing

rear pads wearing low and discs also worn advise replacing

Pass 24 Feb 2014 95,987 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 87,282 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 23 Feb 2012 79,981 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 73,419 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 64,759 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 64,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 53,374 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 40,545 miles

Offside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

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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FY54 VTD is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FY54 VTD, 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 FY54 VTD registered?

FY54 VTD is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is FY54 VTD safe to buy?

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