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G9 PDH

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

178,194 mi
Last recorded178,194 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 PDH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 178,194 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 176,066 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 176,063 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 171,093 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 166,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 163,126 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 159,165 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 155,278 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 150,809 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 142,113 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 136,847 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 136,847 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 130,129 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 117,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 161,372 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 88,761 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 85,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 85,562 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 78,278 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 54,676 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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G9 PDH is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 G9 PDH, 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 G9 PDH registered?

G9 PDH is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is G9 PDH safe to buy?

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