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GN17 BTX

2017 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

193,753 mi
Last recorded193,753 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 53054,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN17 BTX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 193,753 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 193,703 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 187,555 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed fraying along edge of seat belt webbing still in tacked (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear number plate (0.1 (b))

pedestrian warning light on dash display

Fail 16 Aug 2024 187,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed fraying along edge of seat belt webbing still in tacked (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear number plate (0.1 (b))

pedestrian warning light on dash display

Pass 18 Sep 2023 183,133 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 176,249 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 171,853 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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GN17 BTX is a 2017 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GN17 BTX, 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

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What year was GN17 BTX registered?

GN17 BTX is a 2017 BMW 530, first registered on 10 March 2017.

Is GN17 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN17 BTX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN17 BTX have outstanding finance?

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