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GF54 XJL

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

217,752 mi
Last recorded217,752 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 XJL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2023 217,752 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin suspect injector chuffing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led dip beam bulbs fitted in halogen lights (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 204,680 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively after having handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 193,588 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output starting to affect aim patterns (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 193,588 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output starting to affect aim patterns (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 188,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 185,154 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 162,311 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 separate damage (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 140,695 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsr fog lamp not working

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Fail 9 Jun 2017 140,695 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)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsr fog lamp not working

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 1 Jun 2016 120,856 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 120,856 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 106,957 miles

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)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 105,314 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 101,148 miles

both rear tyres worn to 2 mm on centre thread

offside rear tyre bold on inner edge

slight play in nearside front link arm

Pass 10 Sep 2012 90,542 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine management warning light on

Pass 10 Sep 2011 82,856 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 75,248 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 53,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 53,766 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 53,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 46,225 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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GF54 XJL is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GF54 XJL, 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.

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What year was GF54 XJL registered?

GF54 XJL is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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