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LG17 FPT

2017 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,459 mi
Last recorded111,459 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG17 FPT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 111,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2026 111,458 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 94,947 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 77,170 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

OIL LEAK

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2024 75,776 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working not working when lights are switched on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working not working when lights are switched on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2023 59,447 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 42,483 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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LG17 FPT is a 2017 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 54,364 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 LG17 FPT, 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 9 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LG17 FPT registered?

LG17 FPT is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 8 March 2017.

Is LG17 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG17 FPT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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