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GP55 JWU

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

264,564 mi
Last recorded264,564 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 JWU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 264,564 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 157,710 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 157,707 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 146,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 140,165 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 118,456 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 116,447 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 111,900 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 102,385 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 97,918 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 97,918 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 92,700 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 78,441 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 78,441 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 69,005 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 58,721 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 58,721 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2010 44,336 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 32,097 miles

front pads low

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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GP55 JWU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GP55 JWU, 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

How do I check the history of GP55 JWU?

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What year was GP55 JWU registered?

GP55 JWU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is GP55 JWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 JWU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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