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BK56 UKM

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,652 mi
Last recorded149,652 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 149,652 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 138,849 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 123,703 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 114,954 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 101,575 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 95,422 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2016 89,638 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 89,559 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 84,678 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)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 81,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 78,220 miles

nearside front tyre has small cut outer wall.

Pass 28 Sep 2012 68,426 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 57,671 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 57,671 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 41,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 29,384 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

near side/of side front tyres worn outside

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 UKM is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK56 UKM, 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 UKM registered?

BK56 UKM is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is BK56 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 UKM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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