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GR04 BXG

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,259 mi
Last recorded126,259 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 BXG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 126,259 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 120,595 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2017 115,228 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 106,359 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 97,842 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 87,030 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 77,043 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 68,673 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 100,861 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 100,861 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 56,435 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 42,076 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,145 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 28,759 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,835 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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GR04 BXG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GR04 BXG, 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 GR04 BXG registered?

GR04 BXG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is GR04 BXG safe to buy?

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