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BM53 TOD

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,792 mi
Last recorded167,792 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 TOD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 167,792 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 161,755 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 152,917 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall 245.40.18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 140,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 140,319 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 139,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 135,949 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 132,928 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

noise from gearbox

Fail 4 Sep 2019 132,928 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

noise from gearbox

Pass 1 Aug 2018 127,479 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 121,235 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 116,804 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 111,770 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 103,865 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 94,151 miles

All four tyres close too legal limit

Pass 28 Feb 2012 88,907 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 84,423 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 75,009 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 68,882 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,184 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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BM53 TOD is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BM53 TOD, 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 BM53 TOD registered?

BM53 TOD is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is BM53 TOD safe to buy?

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