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EF06 WPM

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

145,366 mi
Last recorded145,366 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 WPM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 145,366 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 141,626 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 138,616 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 134,573 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 130,250 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 125,920 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 125,920 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 117,961 miles

Nearside Front Fog light not working

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear, left and right, lower arm bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 109,774 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 105,637 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 107,800 miles

all rear brake pipes have some corrosion heavy waxoiling making inspection hard

Pass 6 Mar 2015 95,382 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 83,387 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 74,413 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 46,713 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 43,142 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 32,953 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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EF06 WPM is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EF06 WPM, 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 EF06 WPM registered?

EF06 WPM is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is EF06 WPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 WPM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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