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BN06 FGP

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,000 mi
Last recorded186,000 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 FGP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 186,000 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 172,857 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

under trays and sill trays fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2017 172,835 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

under trays and sill trays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2016 161,679 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 161,679 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 153,278 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 153,277 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 144,702 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2014 144,702 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 134,877 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 132,907 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 107,863 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 92,401 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 63,544 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

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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BN06 FGP 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 BN06 FGP, 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 BN06 FGP registered?

BN06 FGP is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is BN06 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 FGP 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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