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CY56 DDA

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,766 mi
Last recorded90,766 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 DDA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 90,766 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 87,769 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 83,711 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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Pass 13 Oct 2022 78,364 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 73,909 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 73,723 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 73,470 miles

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 28 Nov 2018 70,104 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 70,083 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 65,943 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 63,839 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 61,063 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 Nov 2014 58,961 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges

Pass 29 Nov 2013 56,380 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 52,669 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 45,955 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 39,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 31,751 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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CY56 DDA is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CY56 DDA, 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 CY56 DDA registered?

CY56 DDA is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is CY56 DDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY56 DDA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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