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BV06 XWG

2006 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,362 mi
Last recorded136,362 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 XWG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 136,362 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 136,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 114,240 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 109,877 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 101,702 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2009 101,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside front tyre slightly wearing from inner and outer edges

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 XWG is a 2006 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWG, 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 BV06 XWG?

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What year was BV06 XWG registered?

BV06 XWG is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is BV06 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 XWG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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