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YF06 SNJ

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

217,498 mi
Last recorded217,498 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 SNJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 217,498 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 214,044 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 205,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 195,548 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 174,989 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 145,809 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 145,804 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 131,066 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 131,065 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 117,623 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 117,623 miles

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

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

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2010 105,749 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 76,156 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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YF06 SNJ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YF06 SNJ, 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 YF06 SNJ registered?

YF06 SNJ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is YF06 SNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 SNJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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