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BL55 EUD

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

153,743 mi
Last recorded153,743 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 EUD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 153,743 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 153,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 147,522 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 144,801 miles

metal brake corrosion

slight play steering

Fail 13 Jan 2021 144,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2019 130,083 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 125,683 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 114,165 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 103,084 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 91,011 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 79,887 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 74,817 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 74,817 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 71,296 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 60,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 58,377 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 58,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Damage to nearside front tyre wall border line

Pass 11 Aug 2009 50,829 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 58,002 miles

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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BL55 EUD is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BL55 EUD, 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 BL55 EUD registered?

BL55 EUD is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is BL55 EUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 EUD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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