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HD54 CZG

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

170,784 mi
Last recorded170,784 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD54 CZG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 170,784 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 158,519 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 147,111 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 139,098 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 139,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 125,039 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 125,039 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 115,097 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 115,097 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 108,067 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 100,188 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 100,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Oct 2011 87,875 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2010 74,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 74,725 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 62,541 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 62,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 48,604 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 35,801 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)

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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HD54 CZG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HD54 CZG, 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 HD54 CZG?

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What year was HD54 CZG registered?

HD54 CZG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 17 December 2004.

Is HD54 CZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD54 CZG shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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