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BK05 NWS

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

146,524 mi
Last recorded146,524 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 NWS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 146,524 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REAR AND FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 146,524 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2023 146,264 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2023 146,264 miles

Emissions unable to be completed hevey smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 143,144 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 138,828 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 138,828 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 120,535 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 110,705 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 May 2018 56,662 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 102,881 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 94,059 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 4 Apr 2015 81,975 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 66,639 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 56,662 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,506 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 48,506 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 43,923 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 36,608 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,177 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 26,094 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,448 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 19,415 miles

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

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

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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BK05 NWS is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BK05 NWS, 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 BK05 NWS registered?

BK05 NWS is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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