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AF06 ZYG

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

167,617 mi
Last recorded167,617 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 ZYG
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 167,617 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 158,528 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 158,528 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 150,817 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 144,036 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 138,208 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 135,019 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 135,018 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 129,254 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 120,582 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 109,808 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2017 109,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,494 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 89,761 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 1 May 2014 76,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 59,971 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 55,428 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 50,768 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 43,810 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 32,072 miles

nearside front tyre tread getting low on edges

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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AF06 ZYG is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AF06 ZYG, 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 AF06 ZYG?

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What year was AF06 ZYG registered?

AF06 ZYG is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is AF06 ZYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 ZYG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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