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VU15 TVP

2015 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,923 mi
Last recorded71,923 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 53064,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU15 TVP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 71,923 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2026 71,923 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 69,182 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 69,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 64,499 miles

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip and cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 64,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip and cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 57,906 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 51,530 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 45,732 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 39,215 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 31,231 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 31,231 miles

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

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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VU15 TVP is a 2015 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VU15 TVP, 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

How do I check the history of VU15 TVP?

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What year was VU15 TVP registered?

VU15 TVP is a 2015 BMW 530, first registered on 11 March 2015.

Is VU15 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU15 TVP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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