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EN06 ZVO

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

148,693 mi
Last recorded148,693 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN06 ZVO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 148,693 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 231,117 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 138,840 miles

all brake pads wearing

Pass 19 Jan 2021 130,944 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 119,121 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 119,121 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 108,784 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 108,784 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 93,297 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 93,285 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both sides (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 80,430 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 70,857 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 68,688 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 68,688 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 64,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 56,700 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 55,012 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 49,857 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 43,686 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 38,486 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,170 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 36,169 miles

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

Offside 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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EN06 ZVO is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EN06 ZVO, 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 EN06 ZVO registered?

EN06 ZVO is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 July 2006.

Is EN06 ZVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN06 ZVO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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