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CUI 103

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

43,978 mi
Last recorded43,978 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUI 103
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 43,978 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 43,675 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 42,920 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 42,243 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 41,685 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 41,029 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 41,028 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 40,446 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 39,797 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 39,556 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 37,551 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 35,055 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 32,123 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 28,713 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 22,623 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 20,567 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 19,044 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 14,784 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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CUI 103 is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CUI 103, 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 CUI 103 registered?

CUI 103 is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is CUI 103 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUI 103 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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