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BK65 EKE

2015 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,290 mi
Last recorded163,290 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK65 EKE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 163,290 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm shocker bush unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front brake indicator rubbing on shocker (not secure)

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm shocker bush unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 146,979 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 146,865 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative Both (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 123,102 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 122,989 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 102,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 102,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 82,098 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 58,838 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 50,035 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 39,902 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 39,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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BK65 EKE is a 2015 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 64,361 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 BK65 EKE, 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 11 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK65 EKE registered?

BK65 EKE is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 22 September 2015.

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