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FP05 PXH

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

170,411 mi
Last recorded170,411 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 PXH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 170,411 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 161,855 miles

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

slight wear in nearside inner steering rack joint

Fail 26 Sep 2018 161,855 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

slight wear in nearside inner steering rack joint

Fail 12 Sep 2018 161,855 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2017 150,815 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 143,533 miles

Airbag light came on whilst carrying out seatbelt inspection but on re-start went out and stayed off

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

brake warning light on pad material ok on all wheels

Pass 27 Jul 2015 139,060 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 132,249 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 132,249 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 115,456 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 3 Jan 2014 115,456 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jan 2013 85,397 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 85,061 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 85,061 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 78,597 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 78,597 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 62,791 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 57,293 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,299 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 40,085 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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FP05 PXH is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FP05 PXH, 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 FP05 PXH registered?

FP05 PXH is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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