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DU56 EFB

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

213,820 mi
Last recorded213,820 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 EFB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 213,820 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 201,778 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 201,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 188,358 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 177,492 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 155,022 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)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 194,060 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 164,377 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 133,799 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 103,722 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front jacking block missing

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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DU56 EFB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU56 EFB, 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 DU56 EFB registered?

DU56 EFB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DU56 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU56 EFB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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