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FP06 SVK

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,588 mi
Last recorded156,588 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 SVK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 156,588 miles

Belly panels fitted - unable to inspect all components/ areas.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/s & O/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 156,588 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main to flex. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps N/s & O/s (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Belly panels fitted - unable to inspect all components/ areas.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/s & O/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Unable to open boot.

Pass 30 May 2019 145,982 miles

Front Brakes - slight operating imbalance, O/s low.

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/s & O/s boots. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Number plate lamp not working - suspect wiring fault (boot lid)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy inner edge wear & nail in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tread (RFT)

Pass 22 May 2018 135,814 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven tread wear + nail in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to test centre seat belt - child seat fitted.

Pass 23 May 2017 121,516 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 117,206 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 109,925 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2015 109,925 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 99,232 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 88,599 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 88,438 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 79,225 miles

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)

Pass 13 May 2011 70,001 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 57,690 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 46,478 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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FP06 SVK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP06 SVK, 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 FP06 SVK registered?

FP06 SVK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 5 June 2006.

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