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AK06 TOU

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

219,846 mi
Last recorded219,846 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 TOU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 219,846 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement TC Arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement TC Arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 207,556 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 191,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded advise replacement as above rear subframe unable to see fully (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

parking brake readings low

Fail 21 Apr 2016 191,806 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn through to cords on inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded advise replacement as above rear subframe unable to see fully (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

parking brake readings low

Pass 22 Apr 2015 170,142 miles

damage to windscreen

handbrake travel high

slight corrosion to brake disc's on edges

Fail 21 Apr 2015 170,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

damage to windscreen

handbrake travel high

slight corrosion to brake disc's on edges

Pass 11 Apr 2014 151,224 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 133,021 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 108,069 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 84,321 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 62,469 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 62,468 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,496 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 40,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AK06 TOU 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 71.4%.

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 AK06 TOU, 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 AK06 TOU registered?

AK06 TOU is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 21 April 2006.

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