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FV05 TWJ

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,297 mi
Last recorded114,297 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 TWJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 114,297 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2020 111,038 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

under covers fitted

Fail 3 Sep 2020 111,038 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 104,441 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 104,429 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 104,429 miles

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

Wheel bolt(s) missing x 4 (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 97,005 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2015 95,201 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 93,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2012 88,008 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 78,183 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 77,186 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2011 77,186 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 74,740 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 65,246 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 50,165 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear 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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FV05 TWJ is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV05 TWJ, 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 FV05 TWJ registered?

FV05 TWJ is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FV05 TWJ safe to buy?

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