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FL02 TYE

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

200,271 mi
Last recorded200,271 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL02 TYE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 200,271 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 197,011 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 189,005 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 179,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 169,268 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 157,247 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 157,245 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 149,227 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 143,783 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 143,713 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 132,110 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 120,168 miles

COVERS UNDERSIDE RESTRICTING INSPECTION

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 120,167 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

COVERS UNDERSIDE RESTRICTING INSPECTION

FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

NAIL IN NSR TYRE

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 106,203 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 92,606 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Nov 2013 92,585 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)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 78,229 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 65,027 miles

chips in windscreen

front brake discs slightly worn

long handbrake travel

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2010 50,070 miles

both front tyres are bold on the inner edges and on 2mm

center exhaust box is rattleing

different size tyres are fitted to front and rear

front brake discs are slightly worn and lipped

nearside rear brake pads are approx 2mm offside are approx 3-4mm

various plastic covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2009 34,793 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Oct 2009 34,793 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)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FL02 TYE is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL02 TYE, 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 FL02 TYE registered?

FL02 TYE is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is FL02 TYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL02 TYE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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