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GD04 XAS

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,541 mi
Last recorded41,541 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD04 XAS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 41,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 38,363 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 34,570 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 30,214 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 29,666 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 29,569 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 29,565 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2016 29,359 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 28,629 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 27,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 27,348 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,712 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2012 26,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2011 25,599 miles

all four tyres outter side walls splits

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,228 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 19,764 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 17,253 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 14,967 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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GD04 XAS is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GD04 XAS, 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 GD04 XAS registered?

GD04 XAS is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 July 2004.

Is GD04 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD04 XAS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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