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YC56 XJN

2006 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

208,883 mi
Last recorded208,883 miles
Recorded on6 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 XJN
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2019 208,883 miles

Coolant leak ()

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 190,358 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 178,160 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 167,918 miles

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

centre stop light inop

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 25 Apr 2016 167,916 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

centre stop light inop

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 23 Apr 2015 161,040 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 154,098 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 139,327 miles

supect oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 125,778 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 81,995 miles

Nearside rear tyre pressure low, worn on inner edge and starting to distort.

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,560 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 19,131 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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YC56 XJN is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YC56 XJN, 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 YC56 XJN registered?

YC56 XJN is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 8 November 2006.

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