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C1 LEF

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,182 mi
Last recorded117,182 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 LEF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 117,182 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 116,883 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 116,816 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 115,012 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 113,001 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 111,111 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 110,358 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 108,657 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 107,442 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 104,258 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 99,056 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 Jan 2015 92,279 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 81,271 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 69,917 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 65,829 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 60,001 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 49,432 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)

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

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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C1 LEF is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C1 LEF, 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 C1 LEF registered?

C1 LEF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 11 October 2006.

Is C1 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 LEF shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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