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FG56 ELC

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,910 mi
Last recorded182,910 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 ELC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2015 182,910 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 165,848 miles

front tyres wearing on egdes

Pass 27 Sep 2013 148,682 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 133,765 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions too clean for smoke meter to pick up

most of under floor covered by plastic trays

Pass 21 Sep 2011 116,838 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 100,490 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 88,242 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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FG56 ELC is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG56 ELC, 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 FG56 ELC registered?

FG56 ELC is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 9 October 2006.

Is FG56 ELC safe to buy?

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