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DL56 SEL

2015 BMW 530

Yellow Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,665 mi
Last recorded138,665 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL56 SEL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 138,665 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 127,366 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 110,160 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 89,724 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 67,536 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 42,074 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 39,449 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 39,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 29,745 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 22,523 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 22,522 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 18,509 miles

rear tyres worn inner

Fail 21 Feb 2018 18,509 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

rear tyres worn inner

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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DL56 SEL is a 2015 BMW 530 in Yellow with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 64,361 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 DL56 SEL, 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 11 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DL56 SEL?

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What year was DL56 SEL registered?

DL56 SEL is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 4 March 2015.

Is DL56 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL56 SEL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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