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AK05 OUO

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,031 mi
Last recorded136,031 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 OUO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 136,031 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Mar 2017 136,028 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2016 130,210 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2014 117,631 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 104,749 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 92,650 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 82,488 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 71,285 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 56,211 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 42,473 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 OUO is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OUO, 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 OUO registered?

AK05 OUO is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is AK05 OUO safe to buy?

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