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H3 LRP

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,586 mi
Last recorded149,586 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 LRP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 149,586 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2018 149,582 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 145,658 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 145,649 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 131,454 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2016 131,453 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 117,041 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 111,981 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 93,777 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 82,088 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Jun 2012 82,001 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre getting low.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 6 Jun 2011 66,221 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 50,408 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 34,384 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 19,506 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 13,584 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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H3 LRP is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver 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 H3 LRP, 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 H3 LRP registered?

H3 LRP is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is H3 LRP safe to buy?

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