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J123 JHB

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

98,644 mi
Last recorded98,644 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ123 JHB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 98,644 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 97,657 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 95,391 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2024 95,391 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 92,916 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 90,193 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 86,146 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 84,168 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 79,432 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 76,010 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 69,467 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 69,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 68,792 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 65,138 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 61,388 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 61,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 55,886 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 104,986 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 100,409 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 100,390 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 64,487 miles

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Aug 2010 64,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

brake pad warning light on

front brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,654 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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J123 JHB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 J123 JHB, 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 J123 JHB registered?

J123 JHB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 August 2006.

Is J123 JHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J123 JHB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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