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GL54 LBU

2005 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,391 mi
Last recorded146,391 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 LBU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 146,391 miles

Minor Engine Oil Leak

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 139,926 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 134,603 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 130,538 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 114,536 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 114,536 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 102,531 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 92,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 92,602 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 84,344 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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GL54 LBU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GL54 LBU, 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.

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What year was GL54 LBU registered?

GL54 LBU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is GL54 LBU safe to buy?

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