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MJ06 EXE

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,900 mi
Last recorded114,900 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 EXE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 114,900 miles

exhaust flexi pipe is deteroirated

Pass 12 Aug 2024 107,425 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 98,148 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 91,810 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 88,600 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,513 miles

undertrays

Pass 21 Aug 2019 83,052 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Aug 2019 83,052 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jun 2018 78,927 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 75,913 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 70,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 67,017 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 66,941 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jun 2014 60,657 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2014 60,657 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 52,500 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 43,051 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 43,051 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 37,183 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 24 Jun 2010 32,363 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 25,688 miles

both front tyres worn to outer edges and feathering

Pass 25 Apr 2009 22,864 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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MJ06 EXE is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ06 EXE, 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 MJ06 EXE registered?

MJ06 EXE is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 19 April 2006.

Is MJ06 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ06 EXE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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