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EJ55 SKD

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,167 mi
Last recorded99,167 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 99,167 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2011 99,167 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 83,681 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 67,578 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 55,953 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 SKD is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJ55 SKD, 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 EJ55 SKD registered?

EJ55 SKD is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is EJ55 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 SKD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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