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FFZ 334

2005 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

183,318 mi
Last recorded183,318 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 334
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2023 183,318 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 285,156 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 272,294 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jul 2019 160,113 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 160,113 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2018 151,781 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 147,208 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 147,184 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

grease round off side hub and cv boot [boot ok]

Pass 18 May 2016 142,592 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 133,336 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 133,327 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 120,130 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 110,207 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 110,206 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 102,077 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 102,068 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 86,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 86,729 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 74,247 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)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 56,700 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 45,425 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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FFZ 334 is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FFZ 334, 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 FFZ 334 registered?

FFZ 334 is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is FFZ 334 safe to buy?

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