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GY54 DHM

2004 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,789 mi
Last recorded151,789 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY54 DHM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2014 151,789 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 151,789 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 136,844 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 126,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill panel covers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2011 111,878 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 97,931 miles

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

Front brake discs getting worn .

Pass 18 Sep 2009 83,732 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 69,369 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 69,369 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 57,629 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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GY54 DHM is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GY54 DHM, 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 GY54 DHM registered?

GY54 DHM is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is GY54 DHM safe to buy?

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