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HD54 GZG

2004 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

245,255 mi
Last recorded245,255 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 245,255 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 228,998 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 220,130 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 200,915 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear brake discs are pitted with some wear

some play in both steering rack end joints

Pass 29 Nov 2014 190,836 miles

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

slight play in offside inner steering rack end joint

Pass 14 Dec 2013 174,217 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 163,191 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Nearside door mirror glass damaged

Offside front tyre worn low on the outer edge

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Undertray fitted to vehicle

Pass 3 Oct 2011 151,418 miles

Under shields fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2010 142,755 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 21 Oct 2010 142,755 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Oil leak

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 23 Oct 2009 129,528 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 129,527 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Propshaft component defective

grinding noise from o/s/r when handbrake applied

Pass 24 Oct 2008 101,617 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 75,555 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 75,086 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 GZG is a 2004 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HD54 GZG, 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 HD54 GZG registered?

HD54 GZG is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2004.

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