BMW 630 (2005)
2005 BMW 630
CarHunch analysed 1,153 real MOT records for the 2005 BMW 630. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 BMW 630 passes its MOT at almost exactly the UK average of 79.3%, which is reassuring for a 19-year-old car—but the real concern is that 41.2% of these vehicles have shown dangerous defects at some point, well above typical thresholds. This high rate of serious faults suggests potential issues with critical safety systems that buyers should investigate carefully before purchase.
These cars are running at a reasonable 80,179 miles median, though they're racking up an average of 3.82 failures per test and a notable 20.3 advisories, indicating accumulated wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, factor in that maintenance costs are likely to be substantial—get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking components, and electrical systems, which tend to be the culprits on ageing BMWs.
What to check before buying a 2005 BMW 630
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 41.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 1,143 | 79.3% | 3.83 |
| Diesel (1%) | 8 | 80.6% | 3 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 82.1% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 BMW 630 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 BMW 630 vehicles fall between 59,798 and 98,508 miles.
2005 BMW 630 — Still on the Road
525 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 BMW 630
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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74.6%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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61.6%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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61.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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59.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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41.1%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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38.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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38.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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37.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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