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AE05 YZS

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

205,525 mi
Last recorded205,525 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 YZS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 205,525 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi/manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 195,153 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 181,443 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 176,228 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 176,228 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 172,507 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 170,693 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 160,857 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 148,049 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 148,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 136,980 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 130,888 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 124,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 118,216 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 103,082 miles

long handbrake lever travel

Pass 30 May 2008 94,585 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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AE05 YZS is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AE05 YZS, 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 AE05 YZS registered?

AE05 YZS is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is AE05 YZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 YZS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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