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LX56 TOU

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,060 mi
Last recorded174,060 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 TOU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 174,060 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 148,868 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 131,650 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)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 118,285 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 118,280 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 107,919 miles

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

o/s/front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 12 Nov 2013 94,716 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 76,119 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 76,119 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

both rear brake discs worn

Pass 17 Nov 2011 51,238 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 51,238 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 50,823 miles

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

Pass 1 Sep 2010 40,858 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 31,454 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 31,454 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,742 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 TOU is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX56 TOU, 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 TOU registered?

LX56 TOU is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is LX56 TOU safe to buy?

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