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GR53 JNX

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,196 mi
Last recorded94,196 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR53 JNX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 94,196 miles

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

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

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 77,732 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 61,195 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 60,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 60,344 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 53,919 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 47,579 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 42,136 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads low approx 80% worn

rear brake pads approx 60% worn

Pass 14 Jan 2009 42,136 miles

front brake pads low approx 80% worn

rear brake pads approx 60% worn

Pass 5 Feb 2008 35,855 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,269 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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GR53 JNX is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GR53 JNX, 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 GR53 JNX registered?

GR53 JNX is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is GR53 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR53 JNX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GR53 JNX have outstanding finance?

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