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EX05 NTE

2005 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,260 mi
Last recorded137,260 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 NTE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 137,260 miles

front tyre wear on inner and outer edges

Pass 23 Mar 2012 107,314 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 107,298 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 67,731 miles

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

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

o/s rear lower bush noisey

Fail 10 Mar 2011 67,731 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

o/s rear lower bush noisey

Pass 25 Mar 2010 59,992 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 17,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 17,631 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 17,204 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 NTE is a 2005 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EX05 NTE, 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 NTE?

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What year was EX05 NTE registered?

EX05 NTE is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is EX05 NTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 NTE shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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