CarVerify

Free Car Check

BP55 NMA

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,853 mi
Last recorded126,853 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 NMA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 126,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

both front tyres wearing on both inner and outer edge

front brake discs lipt

Fail 24 Feb 2012 126,829 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

both front tyres wearing on both inner and outer edge

front brake discs lipt

offside rear brake wear sensor insecure

Pass 10 Feb 2011 115,301 miles

Bith rear ball joints seized

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2010 100,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2009 86,173 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
Full BMW 530 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BP55 NMA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BP55 NMA, 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

How do I check the history of BP55 NMA?

You can check the full history of BP55 NMA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BP55 NMA registered?

BP55 NMA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is BP55 NMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 NMA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP55 NMA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BP55 NMA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.