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PK56 LXN

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,381 mi
Last recorded163,381 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK56 LXN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 163,381 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 163,361 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 141,048 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 141,048 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 117,151 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,242 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 91,240 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 73,824 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 67,071 miles

Both rear tyres just legal

Pass 15 Jan 2013 61,127 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 61,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 49,729 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 45,064 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 45,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 35,238 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)

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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PK56 LXN 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 PK56 LXN, 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

How do I check the history of PK56 LXN?

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What year was PK56 LXN registered?

PK56 LXN is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is PK56 LXN safe to buy?

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