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GV04 ZHR

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,974 mi
Last recorded142,974 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 ZHR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 142,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 142,954 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 142,932 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 134,868 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 112,154 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 101,928 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 92,470 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 82,742 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 82,726 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 66,356 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 58,202 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 48,509 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 48,507 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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GV04 ZHR is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GV04 ZHR, 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 GV04 ZHR registered?

GV04 ZHR is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is GV04 ZHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 ZHR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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