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EA56 PWK

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,148 mi
Last recorded158,148 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 PWK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 158,148 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 149,400 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 141,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 137,412 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 128,861 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 122,410 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 111,373 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 104,340 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 94,937 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 84,076 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 70,798 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 63,985 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 63,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 53,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn very low on edges

Fail 2 Nov 2012 53,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn very low on edges

Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,288 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 31,206 miles

All other tyres wearing low-fronts bald inner adge.

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 20,652 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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EA56 PWK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EA56 PWK, 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 EA56 PWK registered?

EA56 PWK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 17 October 2006.

Is EA56 PWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 PWK shows 18 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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