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CP56 GMY

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,325 mi
Last recorded167,325 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP56 GMY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 167,325 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 May 2016 152,858 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 138,331 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 138,331 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 126,542 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Mar 2013 110,093 miles

exhaust emissions to low to detect.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 87,630 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 30 Nov 2010 64,525 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Dec 2009 37,037 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 37,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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CP56 GMY is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CP56 GMY, 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 CP56 GMY registered?

CP56 GMY is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is CP56 GMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP56 GMY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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