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PE56 XWU

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

198,386 mi
Last recorded198,386 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE56 XWU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 198,386 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 179,753 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 179,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 170,042 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 152,600 miles

under vehicle covers

Pass 2 Jul 2022 139,622 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 120,217 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 102,845 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 84,800 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2018 79,990 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

emissions to clean to register

under trays/covers obscuring view of testable items

Fail 14 Dec 2018 79,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

emissions to clean to register

under trays/covers obscuring view of testable items

Pass 13 Dec 2017 73,958 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 67,900 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 61,169 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 56,367 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 51,377 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 51,340 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 45,990 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 41,159 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 36,384 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,623 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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PE56 XWU is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 PE56 XWU, 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 PE56 XWU registered?

PE56 XWU is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is PE56 XWU safe to buy?

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