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GP05 AWO

2005 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

128,429 mi
Last recorded128,429 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 AWO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 128,429 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 125,335 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 122,289 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 122,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm 245/40R18 Run-Flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 117,539 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 113,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R18 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 111,277 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 106,042 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 101,104 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 93,796 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 90,099 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2014 86,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jun 2013 82,049 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 78,997 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

handbrake travel high

slight play in both steering rack-ends

Pass 23 Jun 2012 78,997 miles

handbrake travel high

slight play in both steering rack-ends

Pass 25 Jun 2011 75,771 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 72,247 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 72,240 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 59,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 44,571 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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GP05 AWO is a 2005 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GP05 AWO, 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 GP05 AWO registered?

GP05 AWO is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is GP05 AWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 AWO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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