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DY56 YOM

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

186,444 mi
Last recorded186,444 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 YOM
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 186,444 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 186,320 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 175,275 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2023 174,959 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2022 165,961 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2021 151,963 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 131,706 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 131,540 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 122,206 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 108,718 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 81,923 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 81,923 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 71,892 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 61,387 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 51,902 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 40,468 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 29,244 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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DY56 YOM is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DY56 YOM, 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 DY56 YOM?

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What year was DY56 YOM registered?

DY56 YOM is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is DY56 YOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 YOM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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