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BX56 EHR

2006 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

95,275 mi
Last recorded95,275 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 EHR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 95,275 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 95,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 86,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (nail in tread) 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower arm front bush de bonding

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 75,496 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 70,779 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013
Pass 19 Nov 2012 51,923 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 19 Dec 2011 45,013 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 37,665 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 29,412 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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BX56 EHR is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BX56 EHR, 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.

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What year was BX56 EHR registered?

BX56 EHR is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is BX56 EHR safe to buy?

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