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EX05 FAU

2005 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,257 mi
Last recorded128,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 FAU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 128,257 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted.

engine covers & under trays fitted.

screen chipped.

Pass 6 Jun 2016 123,380 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

slight play o/s/f inner rack joint

Fail 2 Jun 2016 123,325 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

slight play o/s/f inner rack joint

Pass 4 Dec 2014 111,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 99,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight lip on offside /nearside rear brake discs

slight lip on offside/nearside front brake discs

slighty damage to offside front tyre wall

unable to check outer sills fully due to covers

Pass 10 Dec 2012 91,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 83,603 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 76,545 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 65,643 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 54,865 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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EX05 FAU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 EX05 FAU, 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 EX05 FAU?

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What year was EX05 FAU registered?

EX05 FAU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is EX05 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 FAU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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