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GY04 ZKP

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

194,725 mi
Last recorded194,725 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 ZKP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 194,725 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 189,926 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 184,841 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 May 2016 184,833 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 171,331 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 171,322 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 152,714 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 140,222 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 129,234 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 118,105 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 83,782 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 69,033 miles

low tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 5 Jun 2007 47,278 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 47,278 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d) DANGEROUS

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)

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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GY04 ZKP is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GY04 ZKP, 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 GY04 ZKP registered?

GY04 ZKP is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is GY04 ZKP safe to buy?

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