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BU06 YPK

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,490 mi
Last recorded117,490 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 YPK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 117,490 miles

rear tyres low

Pass 7 Mar 2011 106,821 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 94,908 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 77,081 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 77,081 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BU06 YPK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU06 YPK, 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 BU06 YPK registered?

BU06 YPK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is BU06 YPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 YPK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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