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FX55 GYR

2006 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,438 mi
Last recorded171,438 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 GYR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 171,438 miles

Child seat fitted o/s/r

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil Leak

Fail 22 Feb 2016 171,438 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted o/s/r

Oil Leak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 160,500 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 160,480 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 155,395 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 146,795 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 136,975 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 125,726 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 112,848 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2009 98,145 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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FX55 GYR is a 2006 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FX55 GYR, 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 FX55 GYR registered?

FX55 GYR is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is FX55 GYR safe to buy?

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