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BG05 GXC

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

289,633 mi
Last recorded289,633 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 GXC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 289,633 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 288,089 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 284,963 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 276,896 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 272,735 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 267,651 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 251,190 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 243,720 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 237,754 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 232,055 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 232,055 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 220,132 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 200,613 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2014 181,553 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 161,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 141,730 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 120,545 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 120,543 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 102,525 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 102,525 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2009 80,219 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 79,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2008 63,129 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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BG05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BG05 GXC, 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 BG05 GXC registered?

BG05 GXC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is BG05 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 GXC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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