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BT56 SFK

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

150,057 mi
Last recorded150,057 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 SFK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 150,057 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 148,985 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 146,926 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 142,490 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 135,469 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 128,512 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 126,849 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 124,015 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 114,027 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 110,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 99,037 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 90,025 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)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 78,987 miles

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)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 78,987 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 64,040 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 45,527 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2009 32,836 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BT56 SFK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BT56 SFK, 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 BT56 SFK registered?

BT56 SFK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is BT56 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 SFK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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