MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 530 : 2005

BMW 530 2005

Tests: 1,558

Pass rate: 66.5%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major19%
2SRS malfunction indicator lamp indicates a system malfunction.7.1.6(a)Major18%
3Tyre tread depth not in accordance with requirements.5.2.3(e)Dangerous11%
4Tyre with a lump, bulge or tear.5.2.3(d)(ii)Dangerous10%
5Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major10%
6Steering ball joint with excessive wear.2.1.3(b)(i)Major9%
7Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective.5.3.4(b)(ii)Major9%
8Brake hose excessively damaged, twisted or stretched.1.1.12(b)(ii)Major8%
9Headlamp beam image obviously incorrect.4.1.2(c)Major8%
10Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.1.4.2(a)(i)Major8%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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