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GV05 RSO

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,031 mi
Last recorded162,031 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 RSO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 162,031 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 150,563 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 146,213 miles

Nearside rear bottom ball joint worn

Offside rear bottom ball joint worn

Fail 1 Jul 2015 146,213 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear bottom ball joint worn

Offside rear bottom ball joint worn

Pass 7 Jul 2014 139,895 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 139,835 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 131,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2012 123,321 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2011 115,565 miles

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

tyre pressure osr low

Pass 6 Jul 2010 101,892 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 78,250 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Fail 20 May 2009 78,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 19 Jun 2008 51,841 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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GV05 RSO is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV05 RSO, 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 GV05 RSO registered?

GV05 RSO is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is GV05 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 RSO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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