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RO17 GTF

2017 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,483 mi
Last recorded93,483 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO17 GTF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 93,483 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 79,558 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

UNDERNEATH TRAY FITTED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Pass 28 May 2024 68,790 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 57,596 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 47,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 37,193 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 37,190 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing stalk missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm depth 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge depth 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 27,056 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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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RO17 GTF is a 2017 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 RO17 GTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO17 GTF registered?

RO17 GTF is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is RO17 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO17 GTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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