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GJ05 UUD

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,908 mi
Last recorded190,908 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 UUD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 190,908 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 172,101 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2015 172,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 161,304 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 124,285 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 90,640 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 90,640 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Mar 2011 56,851 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 56,846 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 56,845 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 54,380 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 51,689 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 47,050 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 43,680 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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GJ05 UUD 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 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 GJ05 UUD, 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 GJ05 UUD registered?

GJ05 UUD is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is GJ05 UUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 UUD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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