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FN55 YUV

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

243,390 mi
Last recorded243,390 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 YUV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 243,390 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 232,897 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 224,100 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 218,029 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 211,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 205,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 May 2013 203,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2012 176,830 miles

Air bag light on

Pass 26 Oct 2010 135,109 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 105,068 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 105,062 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 75,733 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 74,229 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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FN55 YUV is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FN55 YUV, 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 FN55 YUV registered?

FN55 YUV is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FN55 YUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN55 YUV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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