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DY56 FVP

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,352 mi
Last recorded108,352 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 FVP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 108,352 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2016 108,352 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 96,152 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 70,905 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 59,134 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 51,377 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 42,839 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2010 42,803 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DY56 FVP is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY56 FVP, 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

How do I check the history of DY56 FVP?

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What year was DY56 FVP registered?

DY56 FVP is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is DY56 FVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 FVP shows 8 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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