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L604 GJM

1993 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

121,738 mi
Last recorded121,738 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2010
Typical for 1993 BMW 530137,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL604 GJM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2010 121,738 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 121,738 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 120,580 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 118,752 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 118,752 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 117,487 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 117,241 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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L604 GJM is a 1993 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 137,264 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L604 GJM, 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 33 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 L604 GJM registered?

L604 GJM is a 1993 BMW 530, first registered on 18 October 1993.

Is L604 GJM safe to buy?

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