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YF56 MMJ

2006 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

295,309 mi
Last recorded295,309 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 MMJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 295,309 miles

Both rear tyres worn heavily on the inner edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside wiper arm worn

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 285,853 miles

All tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Front arm (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Cracked, but not affecting drivers view (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 252,083 miles

Engine check light on

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 242,764 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chip to screen

engine mangerment light on

Pass 28 Mar 2014 207,736 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 171,629 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 171,629 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 140,135 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 106,575 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 65,836 miles

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

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

slight damage to sidewall of n/s/f tyre

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 MMJ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MMJ, 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 MMJ registered?

YF56 MMJ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 19 December 2006.

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