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GY05 GDE

2005 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

159,754 mi
Last recorded159,754 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 GDE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 159,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 148,292 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Mar 2024 138,994 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 129,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 129,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 123,806 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 119,031 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 115,367 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 110,003 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 101,462 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 100,316 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 94,397 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

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

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 8 Dec 2015 73,827 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 30 Sep 2014 70,986 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 66,815 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 62,137 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front fog lamp inscure

Pass 26 Oct 2011 56,362 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 47,232 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 40,428 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 31,861 miles

slight travel evident in park brake lever

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 GDE is a 2005 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GDE, 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 GDE registered?

GY05 GDE is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GY05 GDE safe to buy?

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