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EJ55 RUU

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

148,873 mi
Last recorded148,873 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 RUU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 148,873 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 143,221 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. SLIGHT GRIND ON APPLYING THE HANDBRAKE CAN ONLY ASSUME THE BRAKE SHOES ARE GETTING TO MINIMUM WEAR (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 143,221 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. SLIGHT GRIND ON APPLYING THE HANDBRAKE CAN ONLY ASSUME THE BRAKE SHOES ARE GETTING TO MINIMUM WEAR (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 139,664 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 14 Sep 2023 133,275 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Fail 14 Sep 2023 133,275 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 8 Sep 2022 126,468 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2022 126,468 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2021 119,609 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2021 119,609 miles

under tray fitted

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 111,978 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2019 104,507 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2018 100,235 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 99,262 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2016 95,010 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 95,010 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 86,644 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 86,644 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 83,820 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 82,675 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 75,852 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 68,246 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Fail 29 Sep 2011 68,246 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

brake pad low warning lamp stays on (pads look new)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 48,331 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 46,765 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 29,441 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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EJ55 RUU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJ55 RUU, 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 EJ55 RUU registered?

EJ55 RUU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is EJ55 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 RUU shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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