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HW56 HHG

2006 BMW 530

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,829 mi
Last recorded65,829 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW56 HHG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 65,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 55,192 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 46,530 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front bonnet gas struts broken

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 46,529 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front bonnet gas struts broken

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 43,891 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 43,737 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 43,398 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 42,826 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 42,761 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 41,892 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 40,412 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 38,538 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 36,493 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 34,800 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 30,837 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 20,748 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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HW56 HHG is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HW56 HHG, 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 HW56 HHG registered?

HW56 HHG is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is HW56 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW56 HHG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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