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DU06 AXC

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,340 mi
Last recorded154,340 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU06 AXC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 154,340 miles

both front tyres inner edge wear

Pass 22 Apr 2015 147,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2014 137,320 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 205,790 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2013 205,790 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 120,147 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 106,543 miles

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

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

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre wearing alot on inner part of tread

offside rear tyre wearing alot on inner part of tread

Pass 18 Mar 2010 89,487 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

Pass 9 Mar 2009 66,369 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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DU06 AXC is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU06 AXC, 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 DU06 AXC registered?

DU06 AXC is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is DU06 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU06 AXC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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