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BN56 PVZ

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

157,462 mi
Last recorded157,462 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 PVZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 157,462 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 145,684 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 225,628 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes osr and nsr (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 135,327 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 135,325 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 209,702 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 121,142 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jan 2017 112,561 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 103,020 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 94,478 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 94,478 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 83,412 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 70,379 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 55,570 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 55,569 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 43,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 31,407 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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BN56 PVZ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BN56 PVZ, 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 BN56 PVZ registered?

BN56 PVZ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is BN56 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 PVZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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