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FY55 EJC

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

173,269 mi
Last recorded173,269 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 EJC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 173,269 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 162,134 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 162,134 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 157,415 miles

Stone chip in windscreen

Pass 11 Mar 2017 136,604 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 127,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 119,684 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 106,466 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 91,070 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

smoke check too clean for analyzer.

Fail 20 Mar 2013 91,056 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake discs lipping.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

smoke check too clean for analyzer.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 78,851 miles

nearside front tyre has cuts in the outer sidewall

offside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,544 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)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 42,121 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 37,940 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 27,691 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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FY55 EJC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FY55 EJC, 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 FY55 EJC registered?

FY55 EJC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 EJC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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