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AJ56 EBA

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

187,725 mi
Last recorded187,725 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 EBA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 187,725 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 187,766 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 184,935 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 184,853 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 176,069 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 175,915 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 165,452 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 164,812 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 124,806 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 114,260 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 106,392 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 106,392 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 86,444 miles

suspect the inner rear brake pads to be wearing low, however cant see properly during the mot test.

Pass 18 Nov 2009 48,139 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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AJ56 EBA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AJ56 EBA, 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.

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What year was AJ56 EBA registered?

AJ56 EBA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is AJ56 EBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 EBA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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