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PK06 ZLZ

2006 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

166,399 mi
Last recorded166,399 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK06 ZLZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 166,399 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 159,976 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres worn inner edge ALMOST TO CORD, nail in N/S/R tyre and cracking in tread

Pass 30 Mar 2018 155,927 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

shoulder wear both front tyres

Pass 3 Apr 2017 149,766 miles

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

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

o/s/f wiper blade slightly split at end

shoulder wear inner edge of o/s/r tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2016 143,141 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above fuel tank. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 138,789 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 Mar 2014 134,822 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 131,419 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 124,282 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 124,214 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 104,844 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 65,292 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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PK06 ZLZ is a 2006 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PK06 ZLZ, 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 PK06 ZLZ registered?

PK06 ZLZ is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 11 April 2006.

Is PK06 ZLZ safe to buy?

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