2005 BMW 530 2.9L Diesel · KD55 PSY
2005 BMW 530 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 14 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 172,497 miles. MOT valid until 07 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 530
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,497 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD55 PSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2026
- 172,497 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KD55 PSY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 530 (KD55 PSY) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
KD55 PSY Mileage History
- 22/04/2024141,383 mi
- 01/05/2024141,404 mi+21 mi
- 02/05/2025158,467 mi+17,063 mi
- 01/05/2026172,463 mi+13,996 mi
- 09/05/2026172,497 mi+34 mi
Average of roughly 15,211 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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