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WK06 AVX

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,252 mi
Last recorded164,252 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK06 AVX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 164,252 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 153,766 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 139,611 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 129,284 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 118,436 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 107,944 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 102,804 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

STEERING LIGHT ON BUT NO FAULT FOUND

Pass 10 Jan 2019 94,474 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 83,986 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 83,986 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 76,080 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake lower performance but not below requirements

Pass 22 Jan 2016 70,173 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 70,173 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 65,938 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 59,414 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 59,414 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 54,580 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 49,627 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 49,622 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 44,203 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,780 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 27,279 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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WK06 AVX is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc 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 WK06 AVX, 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 WK06 AVX?

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What year was WK06 AVX registered?

WK06 AVX is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is WK06 AVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK06 AVX 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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