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WU06 XLP

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,567 mi
Last recorded110,567 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 XLP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 110,567 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 110,256 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 101,112 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 96,916 miles

Front bonnet support struts weak and not holding bonnet open very well

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 94,916 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 89,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 84,952 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 77,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 69,513 miles

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

emissions zero reading

Pass 24 Jul 2014 61,948 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 55,793 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 55,793 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 48,756 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 42,095 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 37,888 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,587 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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WU06 XLP is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WU06 XLP, 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 WU06 XLP registered?

WU06 XLP is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WU06 XLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 XLP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU06 XLP have outstanding finance?

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