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EU54 VFT

2005 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,715 mi
Last recorded146,715 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 VFT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 146,715 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 141,919 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 135,388 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2023 135,386 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 131,494 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 128,961 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 126,871 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 122,393 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 115,734 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 108,379 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 101,081 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,887 miles

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 83,673 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 83,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 76,272 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 68,544 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 60,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2011 51,230 miles

oil leak from diff

Pass 30 Dec 2009 40,488 miles

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

bulb? connection? to nearside rear sidelight (1 of 2)

nearside rear tyre on tread wear bar indicators

Pass 6 Dec 2008 26,851 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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EU54 VFT is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EU54 VFT, 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 EU54 VFT?

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What year was EU54 VFT registered?

EU54 VFT is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is EU54 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU54 VFT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU54 VFT have outstanding finance?

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