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H9 JNY

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

243,425 mi
Last recorded243,425 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 JNY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 243,425 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 221,313 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 220,086 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front windscreen taped

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 220,085 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid unit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front windscreen taped

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 149,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 24 May 2021 137,758 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

top covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 May 2020 126,577 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 125,808 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 118,609 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2015 110,269 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2014 98,799 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 90,557 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 80,666 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 71,312 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 61,060 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2009 51,085 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Aug 2008 42,967 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,632 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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H9 JNY is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H9 JNY, 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 H9 JNY registered?

H9 JNY is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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