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FD55 YMF

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

189,679 mi
Last recorded189,679 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 YMF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 189,679 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 180,847 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 172,342 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 163,047 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 154,028 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 154,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 145,178 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 136,019 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 130,277 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 124,424 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 111,931 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 83,381 miles

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

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

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

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 24 Nov 2010 61,722 miles

parking sticker zone 'b'

wipers slightly smeary

Fail 24 Nov 2010 61,722 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

front brake discs worn and pitted on edges

parking sticker zone 'b'

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 1 Dec 2009 49,573 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 49,573 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 39,289 miles

advise:handbrake efficency:18% n/s=160 o/s=180

Fail 19 Nov 2008 39,289 miles

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

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

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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FD55 YMF is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD55 YMF, 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 FD55 YMF registered?

FD55 YMF is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is FD55 YMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 YMF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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