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YP56 WKS

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,013 mi
Last recorded183,013 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 WKS
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2023 183,013 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 175,366 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 161,272 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2021 161,192 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 161,147 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 146,752 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 137,345 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 117,000 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 104,994 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 95,735 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 95,735 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 83,528 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 75,979 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 63,514 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 63,370 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 47,214 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)

n/s/f tyre kerb damage to outer wall

o/s/f tyre kerb damage to outer wall

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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YP56 WKS is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP56 WKS, 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 YP56 WKS registered?

YP56 WKS is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is YP56 WKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP56 WKS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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