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GK04 MWZ

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,538 mi
Last recorded150,538 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 MWZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 150,538 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 118,783 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 109,559 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 27 Jun 2016 109,559 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Jul 2015 99,508 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2014 92,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 85,656 miles

suspension leveling systym warning light is on.

Fail 22 Jul 2013 85,656 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

suspension leveling systym warning light is on.

Pass 19 Jul 2012 78,919 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 71,523 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 61,813 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2009 55,193 miles

full lenth under body cover fitted not allowing full under side inspection to be carried out

Pass 28 Jul 2008 42,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 18,967 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 18,967 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)

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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GK04 MWZ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GK04 MWZ, 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 GK04 MWZ registered?

GK04 MWZ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is GK04 MWZ safe to buy?

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