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VX56 UBE

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,733 mi
Last recorded178,733 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 UBE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 178,733 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 169,243 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 155,672 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 148,547 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 134,088 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 123,030 miles

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2016 109,344 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2015 102,605 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 92,866 miles

Damage to nearside front of vehicle

Pass 30 Apr 2013 83,052 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Offside front tyre inner sidewall splitting

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

Rear brake discs heavily worn

Small damage to windscreen

Small lump on offside front outer tyre sidewall

Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,635 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 63,307 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 58,456 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 58,456 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,162 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 47,162 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VX56 UBE is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VX56 UBE, 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 VX56 UBE registered?

VX56 UBE is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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