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AC52 FAT

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,587 mi
Last recorded157,587 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC52 FAT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 157,587 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 139,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

engine light on

Fail 13 Jan 2017 139,490 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

engine light on

Pass 9 Mar 2016 134,122 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 5 Mar 2016 134,122 miles

Nearside 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)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30 R20 97Y (4.1.D.1b)

Engine management light on

Pass 21 May 2015 129,710 miles
Pass 18 May 2014 121,849 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 114,258 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 104,518 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 86,117 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 72,923 miles

repair to exhaust system.

Fail 3 Nov 2009 72,923 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

repair to exhaust system.

Pass 9 May 2009 65,629 miles

Both rear rubber exhaust mounts starting to crack.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 49,967 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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AC52 FAT is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AC52 FAT, 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

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What year was AC52 FAT registered?

AC52 FAT is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is AC52 FAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC52 FAT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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