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CU56 PVK

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,908 mi
Last recorded73,908 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 73,908 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 73,908 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 64,606 miles

Front front pads low

Nearside Front slight play in near side front track control arm inner bush

Pass 31 Jul 2015 59,245 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 51,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2013 47,535 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 41,468 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 35,514 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 35,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 29,871 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,910 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2009 22,908 miles

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

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

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 PVK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU56 PVK, 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 PVK registered?

CU56 PVK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is CU56 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 PVK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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