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EJ05 WSU

2005 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

234,671 mi
Last recorded234,671 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 WSU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 234,671 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 152,762 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 144,917 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 135,282 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 125,352 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 105,654 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 87,235 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 72,251 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 72,251 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 May 2008 58,079 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 WSU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WSU, 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 WSU registered?

EJ05 WSU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is EJ05 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 WSU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ05 WSU have outstanding finance?

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