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HK04 LZJ

2004 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

103,325 mi
Last recorded103,325 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK04 LZJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 103,325 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 103,325 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2017 93,703 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 18 Aug 2016 90,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake pad wear indicator wire insecure

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 83,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 75,863 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 69,321 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 64,673 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 60,301 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 54,274 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 48,838 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 2 Jul 2008 44,780 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 38,298 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 38,202 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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HK04 LZJ 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 92.9%.

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 HK04 LZJ, 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 HK04 LZJ registered?

HK04 LZJ is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is HK04 LZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK04 LZJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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