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HG04 DHD

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,166 mi
Last recorded124,166 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 DHD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 124,166 miles

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)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 119,621 miles

Outer Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

brake pad warning on but pads good

Pass 2 Nov 2012 116,735 miles

cut in n/s rear tyre

Fail 31 Oct 2012 116,731 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

cut in n/s rear tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2011 112,216 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 99,221 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

childs seat fitted near side rear seat.

Pass 13 Feb 2010 82,135 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 64,080 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 47,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 334,638 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 43,521 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 43,521 miles

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

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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HG04 DHD is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG04 DHD, 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 HG04 DHD registered?

HG04 DHD is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is HG04 DHD safe to buy?

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