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YR56 MFV

2006 BMW 530

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,653 mi
Last recorded122,653 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 MFV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 122,653 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 122,653 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 113,436 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 103,302 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 103,302 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 93,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

tyres wearing on edges of treads

Pass 31 Jul 2013 86,779 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 31 Jul 2013 86,779 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 80,711 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2012 80,711 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 76,843 miles

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

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

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

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

signs of puncture repairs made to Nearside and Offside front tyres, and Nearside rear tyre. Runflats fitted, advise replacement.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 67,610 miles

windscreen washer,s poor

Pass 6 Oct 2009 62,410 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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YR56 MFV is a 2006 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 YR56 MFV, 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 YR56 MFV registered?

YR56 MFV is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is YR56 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR56 MFV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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