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HS04 XSM

2004 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,070 mi
Last recorded90,070 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 XSM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 90,070 miles

n/s and o/s/front outer edges tyres worn

under body shield missing from front to middle of vehicle

Pass 27 Aug 2011 80,687 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2010 68,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 68,940 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 60,911 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 54,319 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 49,027 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 39,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 May 2007 39,416 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

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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HS04 XSM is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HS04 XSM, 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 HS04 XSM registered?

HS04 XSM is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 5 August 2004.

Is HS04 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS04 XSM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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