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GF56 GKG

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

200,346 mi
Last recorded200,346 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 GKG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 200,346 miles

Central Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking slightly and has slight play (2.1.5 (a))

Central Rear Handbrake needs adjusting but passed brake test

Pass 20 Oct 2020 170,953 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 161,072 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 150,907 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slightley buckled and welded repairs (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear parking brake just met min requiments passed on locks repair or adjustment needed

parking brake lever little reverse travel adjusment may be needed

Pass 21 Oct 2017 144,652 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 144,413 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged signs of welding repairs (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine management light illuminated on dash

Pass 24 Jun 2015 125,905 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 125,905 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 118,597 miles

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

plastic under tray insecure/damaged

Pass 2 Nov 2013 103,825 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 87,386 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 87,386 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 74,156 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 74,156 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 58,924 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

deep cut to o/s/f tyre inner sidewall

Pass 5 Oct 2009 45,680 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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GF56 GKG is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF56 GKG, 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 GF56 GKG registered?

GF56 GKG is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is GF56 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 GKG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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