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MF56 OCN

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,757 mi
Last recorded107,757 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 OCN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2024 107,757 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rear to front leaking (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2019 105,545 miles

Offside front tyre worn

Rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2018 100,046 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges and has slight cracking in tread pattern

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

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

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Feb 2018 100,045 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges and has slight cracking in tread pattern

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

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

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2017 95,683 miles

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

Offside Front wheel rim repaired by weld

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Feb 2017 95,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage door skin (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front wheel rim repaired by weld

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Front wiper linkage deteriorated

Pass 26 Jan 2016 89,261 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers fitted

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2016 89,261 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine covers fitted

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2015 83,324 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2015 83,323 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2013 76,410 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 69,643 miles

rear brake pads gettin low

Pass 6 Sep 2011 61,851 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 52,222 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Aug 2009 34,945 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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MF56 OCN 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 66.7%.

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 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 MF56 OCN, 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.

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What year was MF56 OCN registered?

MF56 OCN is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is MF56 OCN safe to buy?

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