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AK56 OPJ

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,410 mi
Last recorded177,410 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 177,410 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 177,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 161,425 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Oct 2016 153,606 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 144,565 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 134,902 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 127,136 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 115,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 115,771 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 104,880 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 95,561 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 95,557 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 72,370 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 OPJ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AK56 OPJ, 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 OPJ registered?

AK56 OPJ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 4 October 2006.

Is AK56 OPJ safe to buy?

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