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Y10 CHY

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

160,668 mi
Last recorded160,668 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY10 CHY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 160,668 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 160,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 143,961 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 139,289 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 130,930 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 130,930 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 123,220 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 116,900 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 116,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 May 2016 116,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2014 104,863 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 104,863 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 84,572 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 84,572 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 73,421 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 61,314 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 61,200 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,300 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 20,936 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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Y10 CHY is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 Y10 CHY, 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 Y10 CHY registered?

Y10 CHY is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 June 2006.

Is Y10 CHY safe to buy?

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