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PE15 XAO

2015 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,405 mi
Last recorded103,405 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE15 XAO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 103,405 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside / lower shocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front and rear shocker dust covers deteriotated

Pass 8 Aug 2025 95,990 miles

Front shock absorber dust covers are deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyres are wearing un-evenly, wheel alignment may require adjustment

Fail 7 Aug 2025 95,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber dust covers are deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyres are wearing un-evenly, wheel alignment may require adjustment

Pass 7 Aug 2024 87,400 miles

Both front shock absorber dust protection kit split and dropped

Both front wipers slightly smearing on the screen

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm bush to the shocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm bush to the shocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 77,171 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 69,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 60,609 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front arm inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 53,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 47,663 miles

245/45/19 96Y Conti sport contact 3E SSR * marked

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.09mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.92mm (5.2.3 (e))

Uneven tyre wear on inner edges on all 4 tyres alignment may be out

Pass 23 Aug 2018 39,076 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 37,886 miles

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

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

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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PE15 XAO is a 2015 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 64,361 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 PE15 XAO, 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 11 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE15 XAO registered?

PE15 XAO is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2015.

Is PE15 XAO safe to buy?

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