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AK56 EJA

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

195,004 mi
Last recorded195,004 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 EJA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 195,004 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 188,380 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 180,445 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 172,739 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 161,690 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 158,102 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 153,804 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 147,512 miles

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

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

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 11 Feb 2016 139,456 miles

diesel emission teated but no reading recorded.

Pass 12 Feb 2015 137,113 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 120,134 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 120,134 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2012 104,253 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 104,244 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2011 94,176 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 80,889 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 63,421 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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AK56 EJA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AK56 EJA, 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 AK56 EJA registered?

AK56 EJA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is AK56 EJA safe to buy?

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