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GY05 OHK

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

212,996 mi
Last recorded212,996 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 212,996 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 198,027 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 298,351 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 271,943 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 242,755 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 131,765 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 104,418 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 101,418 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 91,203 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 148,164 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 127,548 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 127,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 106,135 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 106,135 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 86,509 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 65,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 65,707 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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GY05 OHK is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 105,308 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OHK, 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 OHK registered?

GY05 OHK is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is GY05 OHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 OHK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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