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DS15 BWK

2015 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,549 mi
Last recorded102,549 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS15 BWK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 102,549 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 102,549 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 96,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 85,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 79,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 70,421 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

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

Fail 12 May 2022 70,421 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 64,131 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 62,880 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 52,321 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 43,893 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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DS15 BWK is a 2015 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS15 BWK, 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

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What year was DS15 BWK registered?

DS15 BWK is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 9 May 2015.

Is DS15 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS15 BWK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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