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GK05 SXG

2005 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,534 mi
Last recorded166,534 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 SXG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 166,534 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 156,685 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 152,921 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 152,921 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 150,280 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 140,837 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 129,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 118,470 miles

o/s/f roll bar link dust cover split

Fail 9 Jan 2012 118,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f roll bar link dust cover split

Pass 12 Jan 2011 108,371 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 91,696 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 71,573 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 49,484 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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GK05 SXG is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK05 SXG, 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 GK05 SXG registered?

GK05 SXG is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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