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HT53 NAE

2004 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,603 mi
Last recorded126,603 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 NAE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 126,603 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 116,747 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 116,741 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 103,257 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 96,621 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2015 96,442 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 94,345 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 88,150 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 88,150 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

airbag light on.

o/s rear tyre outer wall cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

parking brake light on.

Pass 29 Nov 2011 76,051 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 66,176 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 23 Nov 2009 59,804 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 51,366 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 51,366 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 37,155 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 27,928 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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HT53 NAE is a 2004 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HT53 NAE, 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.

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What year was HT53 NAE registered?

HT53 NAE is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is HT53 NAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 NAE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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