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BK56 OHW

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

235,018 mi
Last recorded235,018 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 OHW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 235,018 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 217,324 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 217,324 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 184,232 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 177,686 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 177,686 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 163,815 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 150,450 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 21 Feb 2012 130,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on edges and starting to mishape

Fail 20 Feb 2012 130,644 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing on edges and starting to mishape

wiperblades smearing

Pass 19 Aug 2011 108,705 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 108,705 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 84,176 miles

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

near side front tyre side wall damage

Pass 18 Aug 2009 58,519 miles

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

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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BK56 OHW is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK56 OHW, 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 BK56 OHW registered?

BK56 OHW is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is BK56 OHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 OHW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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