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YD56 YEB

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,729 mi
Last recorded146,729 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD56 YEB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 146,729 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2015 145,795 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 139,843 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 136,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 126,792 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 126,792 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 110,166 miles

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

off side front tyre scrubbing on inner edge plus starting to run out of shape

Fail 25 Jul 2011 109,997 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

off side front tyre scrubbing on inner edge plus starting to run out of shape

Pass 20 Aug 2010 92,736 miles

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

front discs worn

rear discs slight corroded from inside

wiper blades slight smearing

Pass 20 Aug 2009 71,906 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YD56 YEB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YD56 YEB, 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 YD56 YEB registered?

YD56 YEB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is YD56 YEB safe to buy?

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