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A16 YMX

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,023 mi
Last recorded148,023 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 YMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 May 2012 148,023 miles

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

slight exhaust blow at front

Pass 4 Apr 2011 129,121 miles

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

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

front and rear discs worn hand brake travel a bit high

Pass 15 Apr 2010 112,494 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre 2.5/3mm

Pass 23 Mar 2009 93,806 miles

stone chip damage to o/s +centre windscreen area

Pass 5 Mar 2008 75,947 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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A16 YMX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 105,308 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 A16 YMX, 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 21 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 YMX?

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What year was A16 YMX registered?

A16 YMX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is A16 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 YMX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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