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DC06 DLF

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

118,987 mi
Last recorded118,987 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC06 DLF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 118,987 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 115,990 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 109,885 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 103,882 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 103,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 94,441 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 90,563 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 90,559 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2020 87,669 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 87,666 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 80,097 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 74,794 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 71,710 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 63,809 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 56,603 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 50,754 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,089 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 39,320 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 36,101 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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DC06 DLF 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 84.2%.

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 DC06 DLF, 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 DC06 DLF registered?

DC06 DLF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is DC06 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC06 DLF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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