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HK04 XTS

2004 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,503 mi
Last recorded138,503 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK04 XTS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 138,503 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 127,671 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 120,419 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 116,490 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive general oil leaks. under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 114,955 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jan 2022 114,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 111,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 108,971 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 108,971 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 102,835 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 102,835 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Jan 2018 96,686 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 96,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 90,522 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 85,865 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 82,011 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Jan 2014 77,924 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 77,877 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 74,442 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 18 Jan 2012 70,079 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 65,456 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 59,939 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)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 52,809 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 44,307 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 14 Jun 2007 39,088 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 XTS is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 HK04 XTS, 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 XTS registered?

HK04 XTS is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 7 June 2004.

Is HK04 XTS safe to buy?

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