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FY54 XXV

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,951 mi
Last recorded157,951 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2016 157,951 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 151,208 miles

engine oil leak

o/s/f/f track control arm bush has slight play

repairs to exhaust

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jun 2014 118,326 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 115,206 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 111,915 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 96,000 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 92,000 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 85,936 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 77,491 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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FY54 XXV is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XXV, 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 XXV registered?

FY54 XXV is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 27 November 2004.

Is FY54 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 XXV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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