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BJ56 SHZ

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,333 mi
Last recorded55,333 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,333 miles

Rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 15 Oct 2011 51,820 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 44,734 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 37,277 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)

Slight play in O/S steering rack

Pass 28 Oct 2008 26,590 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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BJ56 SHZ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BJ56 SHZ, 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 SHZ registered?

BJ56 SHZ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is BJ56 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 SHZ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ56 SHZ have outstanding finance?

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