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FG55 RXJ

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

196,754 mi
Last recorded196,754 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 RXJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 196,754 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 192,097 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 192,097 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 185,690 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front lamp lens (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 177,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD WORN TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD WORN TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 171,729 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 164,329 miles

under tray fitting

Pass 23 Apr 2020 161,650 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 161,650 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 156,809 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 141,191 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 135,590 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 127,000 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 125,750 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 120,378 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

slight cracking to n/s/f tyre

slight cracking to o/s/r tyre inner edge

slight play n/s/f inner steering joint

Pass 7 Dec 2012 113,144 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 105,887 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 105,872 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 98,183 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 91,590 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 78,653 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2008 78,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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 RXJ is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FG55 RXJ, 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 FG55 RXJ registered?

FG55 RXJ is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is FG55 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 RXJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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