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FG05 OHW

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

174,002 mi
Last recorded174,002 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 OHW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 174,002 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 170,147 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 155,865 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 138,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 124,169 miles

handbrake lever slight travel

nearside front shock slightly weeping/damp

slight movement in front wishbone bushes

Pass 10 Dec 2014 114,853 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 100,812 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 150,131 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 148,408 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 146,229 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 111,487 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 85,703 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 85,565 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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FG05 OHW is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG05 OHW, 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 FG05 OHW registered?

FG05 OHW is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is FG05 OHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 OHW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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