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HF54 LWH

2004 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

213,288 mi
Last recorded213,288 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 LWH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 213,288 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 211,229 miles

under body covered in covers

Pass 19 Feb 2015 191,973 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2015 191,954 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 175,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both nearside and offside front tyres deteriorated slightly

both nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 19 Feb 2013 158,998 miles

Air bag light on indicating a fault

Pass 20 Dec 2011 155,392 miles

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

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

front+rear brake disc worn/pitted

Pass 4 Jan 2011 142,627 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

all seat belt warning pre tensioners are activated

Fail 30 Dec 2010 142,627 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

all seat belt warning pre tensioners are activated

Pass 18 Dec 2009 129,090 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 116,271 miles

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

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

covers fitted under car not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Dec 2007 101,108 miles

rear brake pads beginning to wear low

Fail 28 Dec 2007 100,108 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

rear brake pads beginning to wear low

Pass 2 Jan 2007 79,999 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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HF54 LWH is a 2004 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HF54 LWH, 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 HF54 LWH registered?

HF54 LWH is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is HF54 LWH safe to buy?

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