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FY56 FAK

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

226,701 mi
Last recorded226,701 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 FAK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 226,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 215,976 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 202,305 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 188,188 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 22 Nov 2014 172,013 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 151,277 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 129,422 miles

Both rear tyres worn out of shape on inner edges

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 102,647 miles

both sides front tyres wearing on shoulders

Fail 8 Dec 2011 102,647 miles

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

both sides front tyres wearing on shoulders

parkbrake lever has some travel but not at limit at time of test

Pass 6 Dec 2010 77,551 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 77,550 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 55,770 miles

emissions clean no recorded results on ds2

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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FY56 FAK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY56 FAK, 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 FY56 FAK registered?

FY56 FAK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is FY56 FAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 FAK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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