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FE06 YJT

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,929 mi
Last recorded164,929 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 YJT
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 164,929 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 156,242 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 148,780 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))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 146,420 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 141,867 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 140,353 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 133,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 122,685 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 115,682 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 105,627 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.{not showing cords at present time

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge {not showing cords at present time}

undertrays fitted

Fail 29 Apr 2016 105,627 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.{not showing cords at present time

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge {not showing cords at present time}

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 95,556 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 95,556 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 92,128 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 92,128 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 80,495 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 72,545 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 58,848 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 58,222 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 49,288 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 36,061 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 36,061 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FE06 YJT is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FE06 YJT, 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 FE06 YJT registered?

FE06 YJT is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FE06 YJT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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