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EO05 KTV

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,195 mi
Last recorded156,195 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 KTV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 156,195 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 150,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 143,708 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 127,927 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 110,455 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 103,252 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 95,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 86,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2011 78,783 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 71,410 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 63,957 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 63,634 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

o/s/r. tyre punctured.

Pass 10 Mar 2008 54,851 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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EO05 KTV is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EO05 KTV, 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 EO05 KTV registered?

EO05 KTV is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EO05 KTV safe to buy?

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