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HX06 RCZ

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,096 mi
Last recorded136,096 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 RCZ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 136,096 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 136,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 134,125 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 131,757 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 127,531 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 127,531 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 124,555 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 124,550 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 120,659 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 117,291 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 114,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2018 104,400 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear centre of tread.

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel (1.1.6 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jun 2017 96,596 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 91,093 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 84,723 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 79,699 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre is low on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2013 75,415 miles

offside front inner brake pad is low

offside front tyre is wearing low on inner edge

offside rear tyre has a small lump on inner side wall

Pass 2 Jul 2012 72,939 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 68,131 miles

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

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges recomend wheel alignment check

front brake discs pitted

Pass 19 May 2010 64,108 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 47,329 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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HX06 RCZ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HX06 RCZ, 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 HX06 RCZ registered?

HX06 RCZ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 6 April 2006.

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