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FG55 OBH

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

246,845 mi
Last recorded246,845 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 OBH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 246,845 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear brake and suspension components corroded

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 235,610 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel and will require some adjustment

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 203,002 miles

Bonnet opening handle insecure

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel and will require some adjustment

Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 173,563 miles

Bonnet handle deteriorated

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 158,347 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 29 Jan 2021 131,804 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 117,832 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 116,676 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 116,676 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 169,145 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 98,693 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 90,450 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 77,473 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 66,800 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 91,345 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 91,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,780 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 45,219 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 45,219 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 37,882 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 26,862 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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FG55 OBH is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FG55 OBH, 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.

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What year was FG55 OBH registered?

FG55 OBH is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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