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GT05 EMA

2009 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

184,455 mi
Last recorded184,455 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 BMW 53094,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGT05 EMA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 184,455 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 167,936 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Undertray fitted - not allowing full inspection of under vehicle

Fail 9 Jul 2018 167,927 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Undertray fitted - not allowing full inspection of under vehicle

Pass 24 Jun 2017 144,473 miles

Engine covers and Under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2016 113,499 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 95,548 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 69,717 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 May 2013 40,801 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 16,846 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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GT05 EMA is a 2009 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 94,161 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 GT05 EMA, 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 17 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GT05 EMA registered?

GT05 EMA is a 2009 BMW 530, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is GT05 EMA safe to buy?

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