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PN06 KNJ

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,658 mi
Last recorded122,658 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN06 KNJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 122,658 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 121,640 miles

AMBER PARKING BRAKE LAMP ON

Pass 27 Jan 2024 117,051 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 113,491 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 109,669 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 109,669 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 106,270 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 89,656 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 69,453 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,854 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 49,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 28,167 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted

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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PN06 KNJ is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 PN06 KNJ, 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 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PN06 KNJ?

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What year was PN06 KNJ registered?

PN06 KNJ is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 12 April 2013.

Is PN06 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN06 KNJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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