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AK56 YVU

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

121,592 mi
Last recorded121,592 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 YVU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 121,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 120,410 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels ()

Pass 25 Jun 2018 115,432 miles

Central Rear seat belt buckle damaged but works.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass 255/35R20 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass 255/35R20 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 115,430 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. O/SF 225/40R18 N/OF 235/35ZR20 (5.2.3 (b))

Central Rear seat belt buckle damaged but works.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass 255/35R20 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass 255/35R20 97Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 108,354 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 99,123 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 93,640 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front side light blue tint borderline pass,presenter informs brought as legal,benfit given to presenter

Pass 7 Jul 2015 93,640 miles

front side light blue tint borderline pass,presenter informs brought as legal,benfit given to presenter

Pass 4 Jul 2014 83,943 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 74,792 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 74,792 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

o\s\r tyre splitting on inner shoulder

Fail 14 May 2013 74,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

nsf tyre cracking

too clean for emissions

Pass 7 Jul 2012 69,031 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 69,031 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front discs slightly worn and lipped

Rear brake discs badly corroded and narrow banding

Pass 4 Jul 2011 60,749 miles

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

offside front and nearside front inner brake pads appear to be wearing low,recommend wheels off for inspection

Pass 9 Jul 2010 52,912 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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AK56 YVU is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AK56 YVU, 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 AK56 YVU registered?

AK56 YVU is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is AK56 YVU safe to buy?

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