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HX56 FLV

2006 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,430 mi
Last recorded99,430 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 FLV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 99,430 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 90,862 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 83,281 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 74,328 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 67,041 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 67,002 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 60,289 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 60,253 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 52,430 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 45,280 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 38,626 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 34,617 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 29,722 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 24,744 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 20,630 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 20,622 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 15,095 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 9,930 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2009 7,418 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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HX56 FLV is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HX56 FLV, 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 HX56 FLV registered?

HX56 FLV is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is HX56 FLV safe to buy?

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