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FV06 CUA

2006 BMW 530

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

156,264 mi
Last recorded156,264 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 CUA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 156,264 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 144,799 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

rear bamper damage

Pass 18 Apr 2019 137,012 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 130,101 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 120,950 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 112,949 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 112,789 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to back. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 108,712 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 108,677 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2014 104,231 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 104,231 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 97,738 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2013 97,738 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2012 91,785 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 86,039 miles

rear pads low.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 79,991 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 65,496 miles

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

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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FV06 CUA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FV06 CUA, 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 FV06 CUA registered?

FV06 CUA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is FV06 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 CUA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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