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EK56 FJP

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

131,301 mi
Last recorded131,301 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FJP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 131,301 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 122,104 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 116,944 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 113,853 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 108,212 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 103,715 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 97,944 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 92,017 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 86,476 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera and mount ()

Nearside Front tyre is getting low on inside edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 80,526 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 75,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2015 75,039 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre is low on the inner edge.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 68,239 miles

Both rear brake discs in poor condition

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Park brake has considerable imbalance

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2013 58,665 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S park brake slightly grabbing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 53,289 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2011 46,536 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,976 miles

both rear tyres wearing close to limit on inner edges

underside of vehicle fully shielded restricting inspection

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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EK56 FJP is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EK56 FJP, 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 EK56 FJP?

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What year was EK56 FJP registered?

EK56 FJP is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is EK56 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 FJP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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