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DK05 YNS

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,726 mi
Last recorded182,726 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 YNS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 182,726 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 182,726 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 182,726 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 182,726 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 172,046 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 161,273 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 159,700 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 159,695 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 156,642 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 150,434 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 142,596 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

under tray & under sill cover fitted.

Pass 20 Feb 2010 124,623 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 100,315 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2008 80,929 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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DK05 YNS is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DK05 YNS, 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 DK05 YNS registered?

DK05 YNS is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK05 YNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 YNS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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