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FJ05 WVC

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

145,096 mi
Last recorded145,096 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 WVC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 145,096 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 7 Mar 2020 139,777 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine & under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 12 Mar 2019 136,420 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 3 Mar 2018 127,150 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)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 119,014 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 107,754 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 98,524 miles

Offside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 87,561 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 87,561 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 78,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 69,060 miles

tyre walls cuts

Pass 17 Feb 2011 59,320 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 52,498 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 43,742 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 33,859 miles

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

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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FJ05 WVC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FJ05 WVC, 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 FJ05 WVC registered?

FJ05 WVC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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