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WP56 FBN

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,595 mi
Last recorded131,595 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 FBN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 131,595 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 131,593 miles

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

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 121,725 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 121,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wire (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 114,323 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 113,385 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 111,055 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 107,195 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 107,195 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 103,376 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,629 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 90,397 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 87,143 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 82,775 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 79,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 74,787 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 71,781 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2011 61,326 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 61,310 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 47,325 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 27,712 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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WP56 FBN is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WP56 FBN, 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 WP56 FBN registered?

WP56 FBN is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is WP56 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP56 FBN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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