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C7 KPB

2006 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,514 mi
Last recorded106,514 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 KPB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 106,514 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 100,834 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 93,709 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 88,820 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 87,758 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 86,131 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 86,131 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 84,958 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 83,747 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 81,624 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 73,202 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2010 58,349 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 43,678 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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C7 KPB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C7 KPB, 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 C7 KPB registered?

C7 KPB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is C7 KPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 KPB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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