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DN55 GKL

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

210,215 mi
Last recorded210,215 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 GKL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 210,215 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2025 210,212 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 198,355 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 186,205 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 176,164 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 165,429 miles

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2021 154,609 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 154,607 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded font to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 142,796 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 124,365 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 107,457 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 95,318 miles

frt tyres worn edges

Pass 29 Dec 2015 86,703 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 78,031 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 68,262 miles

all tyres worn edges & n/s/f deep cut in tread

unable to test centre stop lamp due to being coveres

Pass 8 Jan 2013 58,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 51,658 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 43,444 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 43,442 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

cut in tread in n/s/f tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2010 36,120 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2010 36,119 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 30,207 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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DN55 GKL is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 104,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN55 GKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN55 GKL registered?

DN55 GKL is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is DN55 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN55 GKL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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