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BK56 OSF

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

187,265 mi
Last recorded187,265 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 OSF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 187,265 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 187,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 172,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel has small weld on inside of rim

Fail 15 Jan 2018 172,936 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel has small weld on inside of rim

Pass 16 Jan 2017 162,161 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 141,016 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 124,966 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 106,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 102,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2012 102,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 98,230 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 94,538 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 89,222 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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BK56 OSF is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 OSF, 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 OSF registered?

BK56 OSF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BK56 OSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 OSF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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