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H8 TUS

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

180,923 mi
Last recorded180,923 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 TUS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 180,923 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 173,968 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 121,463 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Nov 2021 117,208 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Dec 2020 114,318 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Nov 2020 114,294 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 108,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2019 108,031 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2018 103,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2017 97,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2016 91,571 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear CHILD SEAT

O/S/R TYRE WORN INNER AND OUTER EDGE

Offside Rear CHILD SEAT

Pass 5 May 2015 85,510 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2015 85,414 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 79,253 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 75,201 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 69,220 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)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 69,220 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 17 Aug 2011 58,219 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 22 Jul 2010 46,019 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 39,262 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 27,721 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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H8 TUS is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 H8 TUS, 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 H8 TUS registered?

H8 TUS is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is H8 TUS safe to buy?

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