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GF05 XNC

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

155,393 mi
Last recorded155,393 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XNC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 155,393 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour Nearside and offside, orange lights (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight movement in rear hub carrier lower bushes, nearside and offside

Undertrays not allowing full inspection of underside

Fail 28 Jan 2021 155,393 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Leaking gasses under bonnet around manifold (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured Rim cracked (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour Nearside and offside, orange lights (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight movement in rear hub carrier lower bushes, nearside and offside

Undertrays not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 4 Jul 2019 143,956 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 134,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 123,650 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Inner wheel rim appears to have hairline crack

Pass 20 Jun 2016 105,927 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 91,778 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 91,729 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 84,924 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 20 Jun 2013 80,449 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 75,115 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 68,219 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 61,805 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 57,783 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 41,245 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 37,411 miles

all brake discs worn . osr disc pitted and corroded

osf tyre wearing on outside tread band

Fail 9 Jun 2008 37,411 miles

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

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all brake discs worn . osr disc pitted and corroded

osf tyre wearing on outside tread band

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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GF05 XNC is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GF05 XNC, 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 GF05 XNC registered?

GF05 XNC is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is GF05 XNC safe to buy?

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