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BK55 TCX

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

211,878 mi
Last recorded211,878 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 TCX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 211,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn excessively on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn excessively on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 183,490 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 183,490 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 166,971 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 161,482 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 152,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 129,349 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 105,405 miles

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

front number plate damaged

offside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Fail 15 Sep 2011 105,398 miles

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

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

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

front number plate damaged

offside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 29 Sep 2010 84,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 62,539 miles

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

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

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

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

front tyre inner / outer edges have unusual wear patterns

Pass 6 Oct 2008 40,394 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BK55 TCX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK55 TCX, 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 BK55 TCX registered?

BK55 TCX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is BK55 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 TCX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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