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CU56 PVE

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

163,058 mi
Last recorded163,058 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 PVE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 163,058 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 157,489 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 151,865 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 145,347 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 135,568 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 127,872 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 121,223 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 114,304 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 114,304 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 108,324 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 102,253 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 94,395 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 88,792 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 69,409 miles

emissions to clean to register

Pass 19 Dec 2012 67,415 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 60,016 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 51,878 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 35,711 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 35,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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CU56 PVE is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 CU56 PVE, 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 CU56 PVE registered?

CU56 PVE is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is CU56 PVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 PVE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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