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WLZ 3664

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,239 mi
Last recorded211,239 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLZ 3664
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 211,239 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 211,239 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 198,204 miles

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

all brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 13 Dec 2019 198,194 miles

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

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

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

all brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 31 Dec 2018 191,503 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 183,008 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust slightly smoking

Pass 7 Jan 2017 173,234 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 264,251 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 264,241 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 152,408 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 152,294 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 136,739 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 131,011 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 131,009 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 121,842 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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WLZ 3664 is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WLZ 3664, 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 WLZ 3664 registered?

WLZ 3664 is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is WLZ 3664 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLZ 3664 shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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