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EO55 HWX

2005 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,968 mi
Last recorded123,968 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 HWX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 123,968 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2017 123,968 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 117,529 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 105,800 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 96,319 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 83,133 miles

o/s/f alloy kerb damage on inner edge

o/s/r alloy kerb damage on inner edge

Fail 16 Jan 2013 83,133 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f alloy kerb damage on inner edge

o/s/r alloy kerb damage on inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2011 59,541 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 56,628 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 42,341 miles

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

all tyre rim protectors damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2008 35,923 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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EO55 HWX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EO55 HWX, 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 EO55 HWX registered?

EO55 HWX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is EO55 HWX safe to buy?

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