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EA05 VLE

2005 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,161 mi
Last recorded111,161 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 VLE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 111,161 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 109,677 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 107,559 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 106,543 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Feb 2018 106,543 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 104,952 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Feb 2016 102,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

engine oil leaking ( advise )

engine warning light on ( advise )

Pass 10 Feb 2015 98,975 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 92,873 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 92,873 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 83,120 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 76,086 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 63,736 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 63,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 56,510 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 45,532 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 45,531 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 35,300 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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EA05 VLE is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VLE, 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 VLE registered?

EA05 VLE is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is EA05 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 VLE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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