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YX06 MEU

2006 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,403 mi
Last recorded142,403 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2022 142,403 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 136,085 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 132,392 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 128,123 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 119,068 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 104,108 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 92,888 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 92,822 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 86,108 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 86,106 miles

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

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 79,299 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 74,447 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 74,447 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 65,340 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 60,615 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 53,002 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 46,090 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 35,403 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 MEU is a 2006 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MEU, 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 MEU registered?

YX06 MEU is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is YX06 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX06 MEU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX06 MEU have outstanding finance?

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