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DFZ 552

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,556 mi
Last recorded122,556 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 552
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 122,556 miles

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 108,979 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 100,987 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front (1.1.11 (c))

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2022 94,057 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 83,666 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 83,217 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 83,183 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 78,192 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 75,303 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 71,006 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 71,006 miles

Offside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement H arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 65,919 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres are cracking at tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 63,677 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 60,284 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 59,547 miles

all tyres on car badley perished

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 55,992 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 53,662 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 36,282 miles

all tyres are starting to crack between the tread

Fail 25 Mar 2009 36,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all tyres are starting to crack between the tread

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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DFZ 552 is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver 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 DFZ 552, 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 DFZ 552 registered?

DFZ 552 is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is DFZ 552 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 552 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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