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GL54 DGF

2004 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

146,749 mi
Last recorded146,749 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 DGF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 146,749 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

brake discs, flexi unions, floor and suspension components etc corroded

front shock gaiters etc perished

oil leaks

service light on

Pass 1 May 2025 142,446 miles

Front shock absorber gaitors worn

brake discs, flexi hose unions, floor and suspension components have surface corrosion

front and rear lower suspension arm bushes worn

oil leaks

rear suspension squeak

Pass 11 Apr 2024 137,561 miles

Nearside mirror worn

all 4 tyres miss shapen on inner edge

surface corrosion on brake discs, flexi brake hose unions, front springs, floor and suspension components

Pass 21 Apr 2023 135,479 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Nearside mirror worn

Pass 15 Dec 2021 134,068 miles

headlight pattern weak

Pass 11 Dec 2020 132,831 miles

headlight pattern weak

Pass 18 Dec 2019 131,366 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 122,465 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 113,760 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 105,462 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 98,596 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 89,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 89,407 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 82,015 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 74,541 miles

h/brake long travel

Pass 4 Dec 2011 64,764 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2010 58,024 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,301 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 43,060 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 33,229 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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GL54 DGF is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GL54 DGF, 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 GL54 DGF registered?

GL54 DGF is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is GL54 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 DGF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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