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CU05 OLC

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

201,199 mi
Last recorded201,199 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 OLC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 201,199 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 201,196 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 180,595 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 151,823 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 140,219 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 140,219 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 133,823 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 133,823 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 125,083 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 111,526 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 83,152 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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CU05 OLC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CU05 OLC, 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 CU05 OLC registered?

CU05 OLC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is CU05 OLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 OLC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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