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DY55 VEP

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

195,747 mi
Last recorded195,747 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 VEP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 195,747 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 180,317 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 175,935 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 169,865 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 160,973 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 136,472 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 136,472 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 117,764 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 103,770 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 96,089 miles

front discs scored

Fail 7 Sep 2010 96,089 miles

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

front discs scored

Pass 25 Sep 2009 85,323 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)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 85,323 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 65,645 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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DY55 VEP is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey 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 DY55 VEP, 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 DY55 VEP registered?

DY55 VEP is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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