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BJ56 HCK

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,378 mi
Last recorded154,378 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 HCK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 154,378 miles

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 19 Oct 2017 146,025 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 137,491 miles

Both rear tyres have various cuts, but cord not distinctly visible at the time of test

Engine and underside covers fitted, obscuring some components

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

NSR wheel appears to have been repaired by welding

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 124,242 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear tyre has sidewall damage no cords showing

engine covers sill trims and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2014 111,677 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front to rear brake pipes corroded

play in o/s trackrod end

Pass 23 Sep 2013 97,614 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 97,614 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 85,683 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 73,744 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 61,778 miles

Both rear tyres are bald on the inner edge

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 61,662 miles

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

Both rear tyres are bald on the inner edge

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 50,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 HCK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HCK, 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 HCK registered?

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

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