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FD56 TYF

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

173,791 mi
Last recorded173,791 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 TYF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 173,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 164,334 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 155,011 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 155,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 136,017 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 123,026 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 108,494 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 99,839 miles

Oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Dec 2012 99,570 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 81,842 miles

rear tyres worn to 2mm.

Fail 19 Dec 2011 81,842 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres worn to 2mm.

Pass 4 Jan 2011 61,177 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2011 61,177 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2010 43,896 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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FD56 TYF is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FD56 TYF, 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 FD56 TYF registered?

FD56 TYF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is FD56 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 TYF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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