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GC65 VKJ

2015 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,014 mi
Last recorded116,014 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC65 VKJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 116,014 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 116,014 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 106,501 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 106,480 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2024 94,136 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 88,980 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops worn

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on the inner shoulder

Pass 9 Nov 2022 78,891 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 78,891 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 70,158 miles

Engine cover and Under-trays fitted.

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 60,777 miles

Engine cover and Under-trays fitted.

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 50,874 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 38,902 miles

no printout was produced due to low emissions

under-trays and engine cover fitted

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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GC65 VKJ is a 2015 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GC65 VKJ, 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 GC65 VKJ registered?

GC65 VKJ is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 9 November 2015.

Is GC65 VKJ safe to buy?

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