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BL55 HCP

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

121,422 mi
Last recorded121,422 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 HCP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 121,422 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 97,852 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 16 Dec 2020 87,407 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 78,187 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 72,297 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 66,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 59,947 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 52,478 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 45,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 38,222 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 34,643 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 28,673 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 28,673 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 24,452 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre on 1.6mm

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 24,452 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre on 1.6mm

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 19,891 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 15,066 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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BL55 HCP is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BL55 HCP, 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 BL55 HCP registered?

BL55 HCP is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is BL55 HCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 HCP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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