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FY05 NLU

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,974 mi
Last recorded164,974 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 NLU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 164,974 miles

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

Rear Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 141,432 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 135,970 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 129,394 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 5 Mar 2013 115,878 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 105,534 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 90,961 miles

nearside front tyre has nial in tread

Fail 28 Mar 2011 90,961 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

nearside and offside front discs showing signs of wear

nearside front tyre has nial in tread

Pass 16 Mar 2010 78,762 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 66,325 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,549 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 48,549 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FY05 NLU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY05 NLU, 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 FY05 NLU registered?

FY05 NLU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FY05 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 NLU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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