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OE06 VNL

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

203,373 mi
Last recorded203,373 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE06 VNL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 203,373 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 197,651 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 197,631 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 191,287 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 182,456 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 177,161 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 177,161 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 164,788 miles

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

covers and shields fitted

engine light on

Fail 23 Apr 2018 164,788 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

covers and shields fitted

engine light on

Pass 9 Aug 2016 144,005 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Aug 2016 144,005 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Aug 2016 144,003 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Aug 2015 128,742 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 5 Aug 2015 128,742 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leak

Fail 21 May 2014 109,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2014 109,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 May 2013 90,478 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 90,478 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 73,472 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 73,472 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 63,404 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 55,113 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 55,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2009 38,609 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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OE06 VNL is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 OE06 VNL, 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 OE06 VNL registered?

OE06 VNL is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 26 June 2006.

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