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KV06 NMB

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

143,367 mi
Last recorded143,367 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 NMB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 143,367 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 129,660 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 120,679 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 118,262 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 118,262 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 114,498 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear differential corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2021 111,122 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in sidewall not through to cords but close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 111,118 miles

Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in sidewall not through to cords but close (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning bulb inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 108,928 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 105,645 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 102,184 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2018 102,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 97,665 miles

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)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 97,665 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 93,859 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 90,033 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 88,449 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 79,124 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 79,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 69,311 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 59,260 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 56,893 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 46,713 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 46,713 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 37,365 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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KV06 NMB is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 KV06 NMB, 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 KV06 NMB registered?

KV06 NMB is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KV06 NMB safe to buy?

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