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DV05 SDX

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

155,805 mi
Last recorded155,805 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 SDX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 155,805 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 151,011 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Oct 2021 150,671 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Oct 2020 150,058 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 146,267 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 140,494 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 135,168 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamps misted (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 127,761 miles

headlamps misted but beam pattern still ok

under shields fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 30 Jun 2016 127,760 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

headlamps misted but beam pattern still ok

under shields fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 7 Jul 2015 113,831 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 104,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 104,401 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 94,535 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 94,535 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,500 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2011 80,964 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 76,274 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 70,593 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 63,903 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 57,129 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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DV05 SDX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DV05 SDX, 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 DV05 SDX registered?

DV05 SDX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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