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A14 MDS

2017 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,244 mi
Last recorded109,244 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 MDS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 109,244 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 94,236 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 94,225 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/30zr20 97y michelin (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge with cuts and no visible outer tread 245/35zr20 95y michelin (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 80,441 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 65,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approximately 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approximately 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 49,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated starting to split (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 31,790 miles

under trays fitted

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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A14 MDS is a 2017 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A14 MDS, 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.

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What year was A14 MDS registered?

A14 MDS is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 13 December 2017.

Is A14 MDS safe to buy?

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