CarVerify

Free Car Check

H1 UDJ

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2926cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,573 mi
Last recorded136,573 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 UDJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 136,573 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 136,570 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2021 134,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 128,168 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 124,779 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2017 117,994 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 117,555 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2014 117,481 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust manifold cracked

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Near side rear tyre worn on inside edge

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 102,054 miles

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

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

t p m s indicates a fault

Pass 1 Feb 2012 81,775 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 70,161 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 64,238 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 63,235 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 60,257 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 55,990 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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H1 UDJ is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H1 UDJ, 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

How do I check the history of H1 UDJ?

You can check the full history of H1 UDJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H1 UDJ registered?

H1 UDJ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is H1 UDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 UDJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H1 UDJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H1 UDJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.