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YF56 YUD

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

97,030 mi
Last recorded97,030 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 97,030 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 94,442 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 91,842 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 89,410 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2021 89,410 miles

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

Offside Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 86,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 84,994 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 83,608 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 80,781 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 78,259 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall nsf has damage and weakened rubber

Nearside Rear nsr seatbelt access restricted by child seat

Pass 9 Dec 2015 73,888 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 73,866 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 68,176 miles

nsr alloy weld repair

Fail 29 Nov 2014 68,156 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 63,528 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)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 56,697 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 48,947 miles

front tyres low outer tread.some deep cuts and nicks seen.

Pass 16 Dec 2010 41,347 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 32,371 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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YF56 YUD is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YUD, 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 YUD registered?

YF56 YUD is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is YF56 YUD safe to buy?

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