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X30 SGW

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

145,379 mi
Last recorded145,379 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX30 SGW
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 145,379 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 145,378 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2017 126,826 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON

OIL LEAK

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Fail 9 May 2017 126,824 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH REAR AND O/S FRONT (4.1.E.1)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON

FRONT TYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN

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

OIL LEAK

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 19 Apr 2016 106,750 miles

N/S HAND BRAKE PERFORMANCE IS LOW

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Fail 19 Apr 2016 106,749 miles

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

N/S HAND BRAKE PERFORMANCE IS LOW

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Jan 2015 81,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2014 62,429 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions clean no reading for a printout

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2013 45,787 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 39,248 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 31,988 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,733 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 25,710 miles

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

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

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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X30 SGW is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 X30 SGW, 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 X30 SGW?

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What year was X30 SGW registered?

X30 SGW is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 30 December 2006.

Is X30 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X30 SGW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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