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YE56 RMX

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

175,095 mi
Last recorded175,095 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 RMX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 175,095 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2022 175,092 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2021 167,011 miles

Inner all four tyre are starting to wear slightly

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2020 162,158 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 162,154 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 158,367 miles

engine cover/under tray fitted obstructing some component check.

Pass 12 Jul 2018 145,371 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 140,502 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 128,588 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 128,587 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 116,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2014 103,899 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 87,703 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 65,910 miles

both side rear tyres worn,only just pass.

rear brake pads worn

Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,357 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 30,388 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 RMX is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RMX, 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 RMX registered?

YE56 RMX is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is YE56 RMX safe to buy?

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