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GL05 OYW

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,328 mi
Last recorded145,328 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 OYW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 145,328 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 145,389 miles

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 143,802 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 123,575 miles

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

undertrays fitted.

Pass 20 Aug 2008 108,697 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 OYW is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OYW, 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 OYW registered?

GL05 OYW is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is GL05 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 OYW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL05 OYW have outstanding finance?

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