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DY05 PVW

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,955 mi
Last recorded156,955 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 PVW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 156,955 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 148,143 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 142,123 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 May 2017 138,745 miles

nearside front brake pad sensor not in pad

Fail 5 May 2017 138,737 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside front brake pad sensor not in pad

Pass 9 Nov 2015 132,357 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 132,123 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 125,776 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 116,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 107,405 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 106,670 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 103,303 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 103,303 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 96,605 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,843 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 57,303 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DY05 PVW 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 81.3%.

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 DY05 PVW, 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

How do I check the history of DY05 PVW?

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What year was DY05 PVW registered?

DY05 PVW is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is DY05 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 PVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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