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GY05 BXU

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,419 mi
Last recorded85,419 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 BXU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 85,419 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 83,751 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 82,339 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 80,942 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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)

Oil leak

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine noisey

Pass 11 Jun 2013 71,582 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 53,960 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 53,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,193 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2010 49,924 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 37,648 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 29,422 miles

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

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

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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GY05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GY05 BXU, 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 GY05 BXU registered?

GY05 BXU is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is GY05 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 BXU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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