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CV56 EYH

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

203,321 mi
Last recorded203,321 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 EYH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 203,321 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 201,298 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 190,678 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 179,444 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 179,444 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 168,250 miles

Front Both headlights deterioated

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 157,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2020 157,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 146,552 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 135,663 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Manufactures sill covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 5 Aug 2016 128,800 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 30 Jul 2015 122,901 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 122,901 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 117,097 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s and n/s outter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 111,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 111,268 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 105,171 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 105,171 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 92,395 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 92,395 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 75,583 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 75,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 59,532 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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CV56 EYH is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CV56 EYH, 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 CV56 EYH registered?

CV56 EYH is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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