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YF56 LVK

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

204,122 mi
Last recorded204,122 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 LVK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 204,122 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 204,122 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 199,100 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 191,244 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 185,457 miles

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 17 Sep 2018 185,457 miles

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 177,051 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system

both rear tyre worn inner edges

Fail 7 Sep 2017 177,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system

both rear tyre worn inner edges

Pass 26 Sep 2016 170,620 miles

1. Plastic sill covers and under trays fitted to vehicle.

2. Both rear tyres wearing low.

Fail 26 Sep 2016 170,620 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

1. Plastic sill covers and under trays fitted to vehicle.

2. Both rear tyres wearing low.

Pass 17 Nov 2015 160,063 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 143,764 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper linkage has excess play, but still clears screen

Pass 19 Oct 2013 135,650 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Oct 2013 135,193 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 113,353 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 99,588 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 85,839 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 70,310 miles

plastic covers fitted to the underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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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YF56 LVK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YF56 LVK, 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 YF56 LVK registered?

YF56 LVK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is YF56 LVK safe to buy?

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