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Y55 RLW

2017 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,450 mi
Last recorded67,450 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY55 RLW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 67,450 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 61,362 miles

EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 53,957 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 53,957 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 44,465 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 35,896 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 28,654 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 22,346 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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Y55 RLW is a 2017 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y55 RLW, 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

How do I check the history of Y55 RLW?

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What year was Y55 RLW registered?

Y55 RLW is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 31 January 2017.

Is Y55 RLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y55 RLW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y55 RLW have outstanding finance?

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