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YE56 PLU

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,411 mi
Last recorded143,411 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 PLU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 143,411 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 125,402 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 113,343 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 101,387 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 90,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Fail 18 Mar 2014 90,092 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2013 78,195 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 66,982 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2012 66,751 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2011 54,145 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 40,870 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 28,061 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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YE56 PLU is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YE56 PLU, 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 PLU registered?

YE56 PLU is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is YE56 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE56 PLU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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