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WEZ 9159

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

136,545 mi
Last recorded136,545 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEZ 9159
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 136,545 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 136,544 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 133,052 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 129,269 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 129,269 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 126,429 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 123,311 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 119,299 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 116,807 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 110,707 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 105,211 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 105,210 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 101,152 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 95,589 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 95,589 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 90,629 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 85,703 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 81,778 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 75,395 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 75,389 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 75,175 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 57,667 miles

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

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

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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WEZ 9159 is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WEZ 9159, 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

How do I check the history of WEZ 9159?

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What year was WEZ 9159 registered?

WEZ 9159 is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is WEZ 9159 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEZ 9159 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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