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WP56 FPA

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

121,598 mi
Last recorded121,598 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP56 FPA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 121,598 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 120,689 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 117,458 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 114,750 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 109,845 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 105,348 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 93,880 miles

plastic under tray fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2019 93,730 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

plastic under tray fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2018 80,202 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 69,684 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 54,030 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 51,369 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 47,962 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 44,151 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 40,498 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 36,111 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 31,164 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 26,639 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 FPA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FPA, 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 WP56 FPA?

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What year was WP56 FPA registered?

WP56 FPA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 26 December 2006.

Is WP56 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP56 FPA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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