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BJ56 YDR

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,890 mi
Last recorded106,890 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 YDR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 106,890 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Replacement recommended (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 98,657 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 94,887 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 May 2015 94,887 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 88,614 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,131 miles

1.o/s front tyre approaching wear bars.

Pass 30 May 2012 75,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2011 70,717 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 70,586 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 65,641 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 65,641 miles

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

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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BJ56 YDR is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BJ56 YDR, 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.

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What year was BJ56 YDR registered?

BJ56 YDR is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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