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HV06 MZU

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,099 mi
Last recorded139,099 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV06 MZU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 139,099 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 135,451 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 135,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 133,700 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 129,473 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 123,317 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 123,317 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 111,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 111,617 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 95,776 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 80,264 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 80,264 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 66,144 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,197 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 42,051 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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HV06 MZU is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HV06 MZU, 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 HV06 MZU registered?

HV06 MZU is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is HV06 MZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV06 MZU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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