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DE56 OBM

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,856 mi
Last recorded155,856 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 OBM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 155,856 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 150,154 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Jan 2020 150,154 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Oct 2018 143,346 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 129,451 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 122,149 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 116,506 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 116,506 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 111,562 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 99,080 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 91,723 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

offside and near side front tyre low in inner edge

Pass 16 Aug 2011 81,961 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 81,961 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 69,548 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 69,171 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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DE56 OBM is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE56 OBM, 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 DE56 OBM registered?

DE56 OBM is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is DE56 OBM safe to buy?

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