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GL05 OBT

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,442 mi
Last recorded132,442 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 OBT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 132,442 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 121,574 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 109,117 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 90,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 90,024 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 72,463 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 47,609 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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GL05 OBT is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GL05 OBT, 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 GL05 OBT registered?

GL05 OBT is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is GL05 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 OBT shows 7 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.

Does GL05 OBT have outstanding finance?

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