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YF56 YUX

2006 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

155,918 mi
Last recorded155,918 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 155,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2022 146,438 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 146,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 May 2021 135,676 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 135,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 May 2020 124,095 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 108,836 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 108,811 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 88,489 miles

Nearside Front slight wear at tyre outer edge

Offside Front slight wear at outer tyre edge

Fail 3 Aug 2017 88,489 miles

Nearside Front slight wear at tyre outer edge

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front slight wear at outer tyre edge

Pass 5 Sep 2016 77,792 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 77,792 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 64,233 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 52,895 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 52,895 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 50,299 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 46,771 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 43,877 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 41,568 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 33,977 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 YUX is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YUX, 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 YUX registered?

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

Is YF56 YUX safe to buy?

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