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FSZ 2305

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,721 mi
Last recorded96,721 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSZ 2305
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 96,721 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Mar 2025 94,052 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 91,407 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 87,791 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 83,494 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 79,079 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 79,076 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 74,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Feb 2020 74,484 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

TPMS warning lamp illuminated

Pass 8 Feb 2019 70,062 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 66,207 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2016 63,175 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 61,254 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 29 Sep 2014 58,422 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 56,577 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2012 53,914 miles

no reading gas meter

Pass 27 Sep 2011 51,370 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,133 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 42,580 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 33,328 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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FSZ 2305 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 90%.

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 FSZ 2305, 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

How do I check the history of FSZ 2305?

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What year was FSZ 2305 registered?

FSZ 2305 is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is FSZ 2305 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSZ 2305 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSZ 2305 have outstanding finance?

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