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EP05 TDX

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,168 mi
Last recorded134,168 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP05 TDX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 134,168 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 134,168 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 90,164 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 90,164 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 May 2015 118,735 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 114,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2014 114,900 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 167,091 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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EP05 TDX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EP05 TDX, 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

How do I check the history of EP05 TDX?

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What year was EP05 TDX registered?

EP05 TDX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is EP05 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP05 TDX shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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