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2005 BMW 530 3.0L Petrol · LC55 AWR

LC55 AWR

2005 BMW 530 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 09 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 100,906 miles. MOT expired on 05 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 530
Year / Origin
2005 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 05 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
100,906 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 05 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
2996cc
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LC55 AWR Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
  • 100,906 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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LC55 AWR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 10:57
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 530 (LC55 AWR) between November 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LC55 AWR Mileage History

  1. 10/11/2022100,025 mi
  2. 14/11/2023100,902 mi+877 mi
  3. 07/08/2025100,906 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 321 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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