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LC06 FCU

2006 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

128,216 mi
Last recorded128,216 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC06 FCU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 128,216 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jul 2026 128,206 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 115,416 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 105,323 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 95,646 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 83,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edges Wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edges Wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 76,448 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 69,454 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 61,365 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 52,098 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 51,835 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 51,826 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 50,780 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 48,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,151 miles

N/s/f tyre has side wall damage

Pass 3 Jun 2014 45,418 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 42,016 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,613 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 32,439 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 28,105 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,345 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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LC06 FCU is a 2006 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LC06 FCU, 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 LC06 FCU?

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What year was LC06 FCU registered?

LC06 FCU is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LC06 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC06 FCU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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