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AA56 SLA

2006 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,995 mi
Last recorded120,995 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA56 SLA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 120,995 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 115,992 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 110,481 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 110,481 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 105,106 miles

Rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 27 Jan 2016 99,946 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 89,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2014 89,786 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 78,507 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 73,270 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 61,904 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 49,870 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 36,529 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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AA56 SLA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 105,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AA56 SLA, 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 20 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA56 SLA registered?

AA56 SLA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is AA56 SLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA56 SLA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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