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BK55 UGP

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,044 mi
Last recorded159,044 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 UGP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 159,044 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 145,215 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 136,628 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 129,864 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 122,433 miles

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

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/R AND O/S/R (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 114,570 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 108,230 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 98,937 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 90,374 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 90,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 77,307 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 77,307 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 64,186 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 53,016 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Oct 2008 53,016 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BK55 UGP is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK55 UGP, 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 BK55 UGP registered?

BK55 UGP is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is BK55 UGP safe to buy?

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