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YF06 TRX

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,234 mi
Last recorded170,234 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 TRX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 170,234 miles

Nearside Front outer position lamp flickering

oil leak

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2016 170,212 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating dim (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front outer position lamp flickering

oil leak

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 157,183 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 157,175 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 142,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 125,965 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 27 Feb 2012 102,264 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 85,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Mar 2011 85,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 60,050 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 52,072 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 TRX is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TRX, 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 TRX registered?

YF06 TRX is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 24 July 2006.

Is YF06 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 TRX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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