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BJ56 GZO

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

172,004 mi
Last recorded172,004 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 GZO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 172,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 164,078 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 155,407 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 137,422 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 115,341 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

minor fluctuation on front brake roller test

Fail 1 Nov 2016 115,339 miles

Brake back plate(s) securing device loose both fronts (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

minor fluctuation on front brake roller test

Pass 22 Sep 2015 93,124 miles

offside rear tyre is low on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2014 83,356 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 81,134 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 71,610 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 68,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres 245/35/19

rear tyres 275/30/19

Pass 15 Apr 2011 59,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 53,736 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,871 miles

Child Seat Fitted N/S/R

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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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BJ56 GZO is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 BJ56 GZO, 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 BJ56 GZO registered?

BJ56 GZO is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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