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GF06 YWY

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

203,970 mi
Last recorded203,970 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 YWY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 203,970 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 196,851 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside previous body panel damage

Under vehicle covers fitted obscuring view of some items

Pass 3 Nov 2018 184,670 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Previous body panel damage

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under vehicle covers fitted obscuring view of some items

Pass 23 Oct 2017 177,025 miles

Front both sides brake discs lipped;

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 165,417 miles

Front and rear discs lipped

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 160,823 miles

emissions too low to register

Fail 6 Jun 2015 160,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emissions too low to register

Fail 27 May 2014 157,322 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2014 157,322 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 154,537 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 140,281 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2012 140,281 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

both front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 24 May 2011 120,194 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 105,890 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 79,915 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

cuts in tyre treads but not showing ply or cords.

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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GF06 YWY is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF06 YWY, 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 GF06 YWY registered?

GF06 YWY is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is GF06 YWY safe to buy?

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