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AK05 DBV

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

170,729 mi
Last recorded170,729 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 DBV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 170,729 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged but still works as should (7.1.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2025 170,546 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged but still works as should (7.1.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 160,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources flickers with a tap (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged works as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 151,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jan 2024 151,056 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective foggy lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 142,070 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 132,880 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides - cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes to both sides corroded at various points (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 127,516 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 121,988 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 111,892 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 106,157 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 100,747 miles

parking brake efficiency just met

Pass 7 Jan 2016 91,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 79,232 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 79,232 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 77,446 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 73,686 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 71,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 67,489 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 64,218 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 60,821 miles

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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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AK05 DBV is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AK05 DBV, 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 AK05 DBV registered?

AK05 DBV is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 DBV safe to buy?

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