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AE56 XLS

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,866 mi
Last recorded42,866 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2009
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XLS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2009 42,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 42,865 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AE56 XLS is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 AE56 XLS, 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

How do I check the history of AE56 XLS?

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What year was AE56 XLS registered?

AE56 XLS is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AE56 XLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 XLS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE56 XLS have outstanding finance?

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