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HY06 KTK

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

230,236 mi
Last recorded230,236 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY06 KTK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 230,236 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Undertray covers fitted.

Fail 4 May 2023 228,824 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2022 218,005 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 209,337 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 209,318 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both (0.1 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 208,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 54% (os lower) (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 195,949 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 176,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2018 156,765 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 May 2018 156,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 May 2017 138,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2016 126,454 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 113,423 miles

rear brake discs in a poor condition

wipers poor

Fail 6 May 2015 113,423 miles

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

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

rear brake discs in a poor condition

wipers poor

Pass 27 Mar 2014 98,508 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 88,070 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 74,902 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 65,658 miles

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

nsr door handle missing

Pass 16 Mar 2010 58,532 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 50,273 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 50,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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HY06 KTK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HY06 KTK, 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.

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What year was HY06 KTK registered?

HY06 KTK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is HY06 KTK safe to buy?

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