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YF56 ZCE

2006 BMW 530

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,643 mi
Last recorded195,643 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 ZCE
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 195,643 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 170,235 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 122,224 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 115,241 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 107,748 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 98,163 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 98,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 84,027 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 84,027 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 74,307 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 69,851 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 62,615 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 53,967 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 49,832 miles

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

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)

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 ZCE is a 2006 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZCE, 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 ZCE registered?

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

Is YF56 ZCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 ZCE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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