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DY56 YOR

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

233,125 mi
Last recorded233,125 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 YOR
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 233,125 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 218,241 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses faded but , not seriously reducing light output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Twin bulbs one not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 198,258 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 178,237 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 159,734 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 139,885 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 110,413 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 107,623 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 107,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 101,743 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread on the edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread on the edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 94,223 miles

both front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 19 Aug 2015 85,410 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 77,553 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 76,840 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 73,469 miles

all brake pads low

Pass 10 Jul 2012 69,950 miles

damage to front bumper and o/s mirror

front pads low

n/s/f headlamp condensated

slight play in o/s/f inner rack

Pass 4 May 2011 57,762 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 57,732 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 38,965 miles

all 4 inner wings have liners fitted

engine undershield fitted

floor pan covers fitted

n/s/r tyre pressure low

sill covers fitted

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 YOR is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 DY56 YOR, 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 DY56 YOR registered?

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

Is DY56 YOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 YOR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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