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CA06 BKL

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

190,512 mi
Last recorded190,512 miles
Recorded on31 May 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 BKL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2021 190,512 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 171,712 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 171,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2019 158,160 miles

Rear both side hub oil seal slight oil speeg

Pass 2 Jun 2018 140,664 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 129,780 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 116,217 miles

Front & rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2015 104,175 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 104,175 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 93,874 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 83,959 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 83,953 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 70,180 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 58,270 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 58,270 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing low inner and outer edges

Pass 10 Jun 2010 52,306 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 42,979 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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CA06 BKL is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CA06 BKL, 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 CA06 BKL registered?

CA06 BKL is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is CA06 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 BKL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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