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FH05 XFX

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

198,877 mi
Last recorded198,877 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 XFX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 198,877 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 193,136 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 192,887 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 187,815 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 293,133 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 171,725 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 159,016 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 158,996 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

NEarside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 19 Mar 2012 143,712 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 143,712 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 119,823 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 113,565 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 101,371 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 101,370 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside 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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FH05 XFX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FH05 XFX, 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 FH05 XFX registered?

FH05 XFX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is FH05 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 XFX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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