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HY06 VMD

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

144,131 mi
Last recorded144,131 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY06 VMD
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 144,131 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 135,522 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 118,819 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users slight smoke on idle (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 105,666 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 102,681 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 99,157 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 99,157 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 91,235 miles

n/s/f fog light not working

o/s/f side light dim

oil leak front of engine

under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 20 Sep 2018 91,235 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

n/s/f fog light not working

o/s/f side light dim

oil leak front of engine

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 3 Mar 2017 81,518 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 73,011 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 73,011 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 60,597 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 58,828 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013
Pass 18 Sep 2012 49,639 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2012 46,512 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 46,512 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 36,025 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,291 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,074 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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HY06 VMD is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HY06 VMD, 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.

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What year was HY06 VMD registered?

HY06 VMD is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 6 March 2006.

Is HY06 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY06 VMD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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