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BG55 AAN

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

122,813 mi
Last recorded122,813 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 AAN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 122,813 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns /os front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 110,141 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Fail 30 May 2017 110,067 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2016 100,135 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2015 91,314 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 91,314 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 87,088 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 87,088 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2013 78,766 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 69,997 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 69,964 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 64,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 64,008 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 10 Sep 2009 57,181 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 57,181 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 43,935 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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BG55 AAN is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG55 AAN, 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 BG55 AAN registered?

BG55 AAN is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 AAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 AAN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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