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YE56 OYF

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,231 mi
Last recorded125,231 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 OYF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 125,231 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Bonnet cannot be secured in the opening position (3.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 125,230 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Bonnet cannot be secured in the opening position (3.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 113,059 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 105,448 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 102,322 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 99,555 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 93,731 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 84,385 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 78,714 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 78,714 miles

Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 71,943 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 61,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 49,283 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 49,823 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 35,464 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,709 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 24,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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YE56 OYF is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YE56 OYF, 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 YE56 OYF registered?

YE56 OYF is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is YE56 OYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE56 OYF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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