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GF55 XYL

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,285 mi
Last recorded148,285 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 XYL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 148,285 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 147,605 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 147,085 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 145,983 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 144,453 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 139,498 miles

no reverse lights

Pass 20 Dec 2019 135,986 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 135,983 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 133,804 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 132,141 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 130,214 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 125,743 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 121,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 114,608 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2013 114,608 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 95,161 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 72,566 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 72,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/R.O/S/R @ N/S/F Tyres sidewalls cut

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 64,979 miles

both rear tyres have cuts on outside wall

Pass 17 Dec 2009 56,331 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 46,177 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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GF55 XYL is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF55 XYL, 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 GF55 XYL registered?

GF55 XYL is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is GF55 XYL safe to buy?

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