The road tax status for SA04 APC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SA04 APC?

The MOT for SA04 APC is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 July 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of SA04 APC?

The recorded mileage for SA04 APC is 211,871 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SA04 APC ULEZ compliant?

No, SA04 APC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 BMW 530 3.0L Diesel · SA04 APC

SA04 APC

2004 BMW 530 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 18/03/2004. Recorded mileage 211,871 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 530
Year / Origin: 2004 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 06/07/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 211,871 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 06/07/2024

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Mileage: 211,871 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 2993cc

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SA04 APC Key Findings

3 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2023
211,871 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (67%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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SA04 APC Mileage History

30/06/2022335,377 km
08/07/2023211,871 mi
08/07/2023211,871 mi

Average of roughly -120,951 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

SA04 APC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 16:58

MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 530 (SA04 APC) between June 2022 and July 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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