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ET05 ZYE

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,036 mi
Last recorded148,036 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 ZYE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 148,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

body covers fitted

Fail 12 Nov 2020 148,032 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 May 2019 141,847 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 130,321 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 130,321 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 111,801 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 101,665 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 94,142 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 90,809 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 78,945 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 70,024 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 5 Dec 2009 65,587 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 61,102 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 53,960 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 ZYE is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZYE, 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 ZYE registered?

ET05 ZYE is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is ET05 ZYE safe to buy?

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