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WG06 FCL

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

173,654 mi
Last recorded173,654 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG06 FCL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 173,654 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 154,525 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 154,525 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 132,531 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 111,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 97,674 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 77,079 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 61,425 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 50,979 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 May 2012 50,977 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2011 39,824 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 31,764 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 24,883 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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WG06 FCL is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG06 FCL, 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 WG06 FCL registered?

WG06 FCL is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is WG06 FCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG06 FCL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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