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DG55 USC

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,359 mi
Last recorded178,359 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 USC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 178,359 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 178,359 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 145,842 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 31 May 2016 120,056 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 120,055 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 100,052 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 92,903 miles

Front 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 17 Jul 2013 82,104 miles

Offside front shock absorber leaking oil

Fail 17 Jul 2013 82,104 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in treaded area of nearside front tyre

Offside front shock absorber leaking oil

Offside rear brake pads worn to apx 2mm thick

Pass 22 May 2012 71,574 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 69,748 miles

Smoke emission to low to be detected by analyser, vehicle has passed emission test.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 61,062 miles

emissions too low to be detected by analyser. vehicle has passed emission test.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 51,051 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 42,692 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,513 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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DG55 USC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc 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 DG55 USC, 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 DG55 USC registered?

DG55 USC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is DG55 USC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 USC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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