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DA05 JCO

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,263 mi
Last recorded141,263 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 JCO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 141,263 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 139,656 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 131,014 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 117,901 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

handbrake efforts low

Fail 12 Sep 2018 117,756 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

handbrake efforts low

Pass 14 Sep 2017 103,633 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

handbrake efforts low at 16% and overall just legal

nearside front tyre wearing low at inner edges

Pass 6 Sep 2016 90,899 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2016 90,896 miles

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 81,997 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 77,908 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 77,815 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 76,340 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 72,271 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 66,808 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 59,515 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 52,744 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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DA05 JCO is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA05 JCO, 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 DA05 JCO registered?

DA05 JCO is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is DA05 JCO safe to buy?

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