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AK05 OPB

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,240 mi
Last recorded164,240 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 OPB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 164,240 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 164,240 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2026 164,240 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust deteriorated but not leaking or insecure

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 154,686 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 138,997 miles

Both rear tyres splitting on inside sidewall

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Offside rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 138,997 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Both rear tyres splitting on inside sidewall

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Offside rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 131,090 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Pass 22 Sep 2016 123,335 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 123,335 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 121,428 miles

all 4 rear axle bushes deteriorated and have slight movement

rear brake discs worn

Fail 9 Oct 2015 121,423 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

all 4 rear axle bushes deteriorated and have slight movement

rear brake discs worn

Pass 16 Jul 2014 118,915 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 114,394 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 114,378 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 108,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 94,438 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 85,355 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 76,966 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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AK05 OPB is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK05 OPB, 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 AK05 OPB registered?

AK05 OPB is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is AK05 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 OPB shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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