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BV06 XUZ

2006 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,177 mi
Last recorded163,177 miles
Recorded on30 May 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 XUZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2016 163,177 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 15,791 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 149,541 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 141,219 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 124,597 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 124,597 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 105,445 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 85,838 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 62,793 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre has slight damage to side wall

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and close to limit

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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BV06 XUZ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BV06 XUZ, 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 BV06 XUZ registered?

BV06 XUZ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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The MOT history for BV06 XUZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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