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LX56 TNK

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,002 mi
Last recorded132,002 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 TNK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 132,002 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 125,498 miles

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

o/s/r tyre 4mm

rear no plate discolour

Pass 20 Sep 2012 121,004 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 121,004 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

car over heating no water

Pass 4 Jan 2012 106,137 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 100,381 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 71,683 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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LX56 TNK is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX56 TNK, 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 LX56 TNK registered?

LX56 TNK is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LX56 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX56 TNK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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