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YF56 LYK

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

153,463 mi
Last recorded153,463 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 LYK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 153,463 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 150,246 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 146,100 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 143,955 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 141,761 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 123,953 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 98,218 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 12 Dec 2011 98,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Dec 2010 75,421 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 55,146 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 55,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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 LYK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YF56 LYK, 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 LYK registered?

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

Is YF56 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 LYK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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