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AJ05 HHX

2005 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

199,827 mi
Last recorded199,827 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 HHX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 199,827 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 193,399 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 193,373 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Oct 2016 187,247 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 180,107 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 173,415 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 173,406 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 160,829 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 148,340 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 148,318 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 136,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 20 May 2010 111,723 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 92,967 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 73,688 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 HHX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 AJ05 HHX, 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.

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What year was AJ05 HHX registered?

AJ05 HHX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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