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FE06 VGO

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,582 mi
Last recorded165,582 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 VGO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 165,582 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 165,336 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from centre of vehicle to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear from centre of vehicle to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 152,477 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 130,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 114,440 miles

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

no smoke detected

Pass 12 Oct 2016 109,390 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 102,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2015 102,246 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2014 95,668 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 82,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2012 72,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2011 62,063 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 62,063 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2010 41,777 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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FE06 VGO is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FE06 VGO, 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

How do I check the history of FE06 VGO?

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What year was FE06 VGO registered?

FE06 VGO is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is FE06 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE06 VGO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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