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EF56 ZYL

2006 BMW 530

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

130,135 mi
Last recorded130,135 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 ZYL
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 130,135 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 125,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 122,488 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 116,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 112,771 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 112,771 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 108,235 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre getting low on inner and outer tyer cracking in tyer treads

Nearside Front nail in tyer treads.

Offside Front Upper o/s/f upper anti roll bar gaiter starting to split and crack.

Offside Front o/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge, also tyre on 2mm.

Pass 10 Oct 2019 103,424 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 96,599 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 92,591 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 86,513 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 80,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of safety belt

Pass 1 Dec 2014 74,345 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 66,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear 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 15 Nov 2012 59,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Dec 2011 53,520 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 44,716 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 28,421 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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EF56 ZYL is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 EF56 ZYL, 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 EF56 ZYL registered?

EF56 ZYL is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is EF56 ZYL safe to buy?

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