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EA05 DGF

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

211,094 mi
Last recorded211,094 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 DGF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 211,094 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 198,863 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 194,806 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S N/S (4.1.E.1)

SERVICE BRAKE efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 27 Aug 2016 194,806 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S N/S (4.1.E.1)

SERVICE BRAKE efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 2 Sep 2015 188,350 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 182,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 171,150 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2012 162,110 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 149,546 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 132,664 miles

Front and rear number plates deteriorating

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2009 111,927 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2008 87,454 miles

rear pads wearing thin

Fail 11 Apr 2008 57,426 miles

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

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

rear pads wearing thin

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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EA05 DGF is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EA05 DGF, 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 EA05 DGF registered?

EA05 DGF is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is EA05 DGF safe to buy?

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