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J333 XXY

2004 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

149,885 mi
Last recorded149,885 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 530100,731 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ333 XXY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 149,885 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated one from two not locking (3.1 (c))

brakes pass on lock up

sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2023 149,458 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting missing bolt broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated one from two not locking (3.1 (c))

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2022 140,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 129,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 118,659 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 111,641 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 105,640 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 97,773 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,655 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 79,940 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 72,028 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 28 Sep 2012 66,174 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 61,089 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 51,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 46,201 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 38,240 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 31,190 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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J333 XXY is a 2004 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J333 XXY, 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 J333 XXY registered?

J333 XXY is a 2004 BMW 530, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is J333 XXY safe to buy?

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