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EJ05 HRN

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

166,073 mi
Last recorded166,073 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 HRN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 166,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 162,347 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 162,138 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 153,652 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 141,738 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

signs of corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

Pass 3 Oct 2016 140,356 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 134,705 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 127,932 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 121,719 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 121,694 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 102,958 miles

exhaust corroding in places

front discs slight lip

Pass 25 Jul 2011 89,141 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 89,141 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear tyre does not appear to be of "run Flat" type -- Other three tyres on the vehicle are of designated "run flat"

Pass 28 Jul 2010 65,816 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 56,021 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 46,336 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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EJ05 HRN is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ05 HRN, 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 EJ05 HRN registered?

EJ05 HRN is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is EJ05 HRN safe to buy?

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