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GJ55 XAK

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,099 mi
Last recorded150,099 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 XAK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2021 150,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 138,286 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 128,148 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 123,381 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 122,566 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 117,164 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 110,538 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2014 102,933 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 102,933 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 102,884 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 88,950 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

both o\s tyres have side wall damage but no cords exposed.

tpms shows a fault , (checked pressures found to be ok )

Pass 5 Aug 2011 76,753 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 76,739 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Nov 2009 51,162 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 51,162 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 34,658 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)

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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GJ55 XAK is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GJ55 XAK, 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 GJ55 XAK registered?

GJ55 XAK is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 25 October 2005.

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