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AL04 TTY

2006 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

85,208 mi
Last recorded85,208 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL04 TTY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 85,208 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner kerbing band (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 80,307 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 78,955 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 77,395 miles

Slight flat spots on both front & N/S/R inner rims. Slight corrosion brake pipes at rear.

Fail 10 Mar 2020 77,395 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Slight flat spots on both front & N/S/R inner rims. Slight corrosion brake pipes at rear.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear tyres (approx. 2 - 2.5mm). (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 75,745 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 74,114 miles

Slight flat spots on both front & N/S/R inner rims. Slight corrosion brake pipes at rear.

Pass 10 Mar 2017 72,891 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 71,048 miles

Slight perishing front tyre treads. Slight corrosion front to rear brake pipes at rear.

Pass 13 Mar 2015 69,368 miles

Slight perishing front tyres in tread & nearside inner sidewall. Slight flat spots on both front & Nearside rear inner wheel rims (potholes).

Pass 26 Mar 2014 61,887 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2014 61,877 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 58,232 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 51,012 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 42,965 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 35,270 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,204 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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AL04 TTY is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 AL04 TTY, 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

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What year was AL04 TTY registered?

AL04 TTY is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is AL04 TTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL04 TTY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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