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DG53 RGE

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,498 mi
Last recorded128,498 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 RGE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 128,498 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 120,540 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 120,539 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2024 113,788 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 106,112 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 106,112 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/30x19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 99,318 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 99,313 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 90,720 miles

Nearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 90,720 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 84,072 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 74,625 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 74,625 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front (0.1 (d))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 63,964 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2753019 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges 2453519

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 52,935 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 50,549 miles

Low brake pad warning light is on

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 48,350 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 48,206 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 34,830 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 29,830 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 22,666 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 22,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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DG53 RGE is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG53 RGE, 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 DG53 RGE registered?

DG53 RGE is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is DG53 RGE safe to buy?

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