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EF05 XUV

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

211,161 mi
Last recorded211,161 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XUV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 211,161 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front windscreen cracked offside upper area

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2017 196,035 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 196,035 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 182,938 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 168,436 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 148,813 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 143,065 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 132,625 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 120,230 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

n/s/f and o/s/f brake discs worn

n/s/r and o/s/r brake discs worn

Pass 22 Apr 2010 97,098 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 62,291 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 30,192 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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EF05 XUV is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EF05 XUV, 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 EF05 XUV registered?

EF05 XUV is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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