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YD56 YXB

2006 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

152,197 mi
Last recorded152,197 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD56 YXB
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2026 152,197 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2025 152,121 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 147,906 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 143,977 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 140,295 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 134,828 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 134,572 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 120,087 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 112,705 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 102,523 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 83,185 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 65,898 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 58,915 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 54,702 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 54,604 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 47,713 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 41,497 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 36,500 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 36,500 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 29,234 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 YXB is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol 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 YD56 YXB, 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 YXB registered?

YD56 YXB is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is YD56 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD56 YXB 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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