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YX06 ETK

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

185,169 mi
Last recorded185,169 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX06 ETK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 185,169 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 169,166 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 151,860 miles

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

nearside headlamp beam pattern requires attention soon

offside headlamp aim on lower limit

Pass 24 Jun 2022 137,328 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 137,328 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 120,109 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 120,107 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 116,359 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 113,312 miles

Central Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Jun 2019 113,239 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Oct 2017 110,457 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 98,492 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 6 May 2015 89,024 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 73,873 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 65,892 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 57,408 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 52,046 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 45,094 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 30,819 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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YX06 ETK is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver 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 YX06 ETK, 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 YX06 ETK registered?

YX06 ETK is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is YX06 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX06 ETK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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