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BU56 JMV

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

119,784 mi
Last recorded119,784 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 JMV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 119,784 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 116,656 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 111,551 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 104,656 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)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 89,161 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)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 73,962 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 68,738 miles

N/S Motorised Door Mirror Adjuster Not Working

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 68,738 miles

N/S Motorised Door Mirror Adjuster Not Working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 64,856 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 63,384 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 62,029 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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BU56 JMV is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BU56 JMV, 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 BU56 JMV registered?

BU56 JMV is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BU56 JMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 JMV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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