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GL54 MXG

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,865 mi
Last recorded132,865 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 MXG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 132,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 124,592 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 May 2015 124,592 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2014 111,543 miles

Both rear tyre valves are age cracking

Both rear tyres are age cracking

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 96,701 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 96,701 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 82,762 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 79,127 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 79,127 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 72,941 miles

suspension components coverd in snow making inspection difficult

Pass 15 Dec 2008 58,745 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,594 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 MXG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MXG, 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 GL54 MXG registered?

GL54 MXG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is GL54 MXG safe to buy?

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