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GV55 TZL

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

220,518 mi
Last recorded220,518 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 TZL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 220,518 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 201,183 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 201,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

chips in windscreen swept area .not affecting drivers view

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 183,656 miles

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

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

Oil leak

front tyres worn on inner edges recommend renew

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 165,233 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES HAVE A NAIL IN TREAD

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

SLIGHT OIL LEAKS FROM ENGINE & GEAR BOX

Pass 1 Nov 2012 152,191 miles

turbo intercooler pipe leaking oil

Fail 29 Oct 2012 152,035 miles

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

oil on min

turbo intercooler pipe leaking oil

Pass 14 Oct 2011 144,066 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 144,060 miles

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

front tyres bald on edges

Pass 14 Oct 2010 120,494 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 96,791 miles

Rear number plate starting to de laminate

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 96,787 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear number plate starting to de laminate

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 73,035 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 73,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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GV55 TZL is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV55 TZL, 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 GV55 TZL registered?

GV55 TZL is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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