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ET05 CUX

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,064 mi
Last recorded136,064 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 CUX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 136,064 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 130,334 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 125,790 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 119,903 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 107,198 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 97,628 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 97,605 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 87,814 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 76,505 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 64,747 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 60,491 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 42,954 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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ET05 CUX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ET05 CUX, 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 ET05 CUX registered?

ET05 CUX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is ET05 CUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 CUX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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