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GV54 YDA

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,780 mi
Last recorded167,780 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 YDA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 167,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 155,761 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

windscreen has damage not obscuring the drivers veiw

Pass 28 Feb 2017 140,035 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 127,161 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 122,862 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 115,699 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 108,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2011 99,375 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 94,120 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 85,160 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 67,825 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 67,819 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 53,526 miles

sideskirts fitted so unable to fully inspect sills

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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GV54 YDA is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black 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 GV54 YDA, 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 GV54 YDA registered?

GV54 YDA is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2004.

Is GV54 YDA safe to buy?

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