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D5 RDD

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,299 mi
Last recorded138,299 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 RDD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 138,299 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 138,299 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 138,299 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 104,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 87,398 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 34,694 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 34,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 69,437 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 62,741 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 55,084 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,705 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 45,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 41,029 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 35,381 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 30,403 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 26,744 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 20,001 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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D5 RDD is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 D5 RDD, 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 D5 RDD registered?

D5 RDD is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is D5 RDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 RDD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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