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BN56 WBL

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,582 mi
Last recorded154,582 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 WBL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 154,582 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 144,123 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 137,989 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 17 Oct 2016 127,215 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s front lower front arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 113,066 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 98,828 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Oct 2013 90,484 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2013 90,484 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 77,256 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges advise

Fail 20 Nov 2012 77,255 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges advise

Pass 29 Nov 2011 64,762 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,790 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 49,788 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 33,617 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 WBL is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WBL, 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 WBL registered?

BN56 WBL is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is BN56 WBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 WBL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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