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BN06 USB

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

93,363 mi
Last recorded93,363 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 USB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 93,363 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 93,011 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 87,428 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

factory fitted under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Mar 2022 84,086 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under tray/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Mar 2021 80,623 miles

emission too clean to produce a report

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Mar 2020 78,464 miles

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Mar 2019 73,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

emissions too clean to produce a report

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Mar 2018 69,933 miles

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

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

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Mar 2017 66,159 miles

emissions to clean to produce a reading/print out

under vehicle covers fitted at time of test covering most components

Pass 12 Feb 2016 61,536 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 61,536 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 59,621 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 55,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,508 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 47,104 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2011 43,757 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 43,757 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 39,972 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 39,962 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 35,595 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2009 35,595 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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 USB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BN06 USB, 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 USB registered?

BN06 USB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 18 March 2006.

Is BN06 USB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 USB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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