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HV56 JWU

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

237,649 mi
Last recorded237,649 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 JWU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 237,649 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 229,198 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 219,018 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 209,088 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 194,669 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 182,411 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 171,256 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 161,977 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

tyre valves perished.

Fail 9 Oct 2015 161,977 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

tyre valves perished.

Pass 4 Oct 2014 144,612 miles

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

both rear tyre valves perished.

Pass 27 Sep 2013 126,506 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 105,162 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

Offside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 105,162 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

Offside rear tyre is wearing unevenly

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 79,223 miles

Nearside front tyre is starting to wear unevenly

Offside front tyre is starting to wear unevenly

Pass 7 Mar 2011 74,453 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 56,579 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 37,420 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HV56 JWU is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HV56 JWU, 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 HV56 JWU registered?

HV56 JWU is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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