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BG56 HCJ

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,306 mi
Last recorded171,306 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 HCJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2017 171,306 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to front (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s cracked slightly (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Lower arm (front bushs pealing) n/s & o/s

Pass 1 Mar 2016 160,962 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 145,384 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s rear seat postion

n/s rear lamp lense damaged

Pass 10 Mar 2014 128,173 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 102,284 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 73,788 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 53,971 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 31,687 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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BG56 HCJ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG56 HCJ, 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 BG56 HCJ registered?

BG56 HCJ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is BG56 HCJ safe to buy?

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