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LT06 PPX

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,755 mi
Last recorded131,755 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT06 PPX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 131,755 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 131,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 118,585 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2017 113,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 4 Aug 2016 110,019 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 110,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 27 Aug 2015 102,157 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 99,588 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 91,495 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 81,628 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 72,788 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 57,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside and offside front tyres have cuts on outerwalls but not deep enough to reach the cords and also wearing low from inner edges.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 57,909 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres have cuts on outerwalls but not deep enough to reach the cords and also wearing low from inner edges.

Fail 23 Mar 2009 42,204 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 42,204 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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LT06 PPX is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LT06 PPX, 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 LT06 PPX registered?

LT06 PPX is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is LT06 PPX safe to buy?

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