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AJ05 HEV

2005 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,620 mi
Last recorded94,620 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 HEV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2011 94,620 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 88,176 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 May 2009 79,312 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 65,878 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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AJ05 HEV is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 AJ05 HEV, 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 AJ05 HEV registered?

AJ05 HEV is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is AJ05 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 HEV shows 4 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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