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GY55 XPX

2005 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

159,023 mi
Last recorded159,023 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 XPX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 159,023 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 154,793 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 151,611 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 148,023 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape and balding on edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 143,689 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 139,885 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 135,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 132,031 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 129,108 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 126,770 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 124,859 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 124,854 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 120,755 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 115,932 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 115,928 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 109,868 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 100,739 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 95,456 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 74,139 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 49,580 miles

emission limits were tested & met but the dsm could nor register the readings

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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GY55 XPX is a 2005 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GY55 XPX, 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 GY55 XPX registered?

GY55 XPX is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is GY55 XPX safe to buy?

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