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PL06 UZJ

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

159,809 mi
Last recorded159,809 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL06 UZJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 159,809 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 159,561 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 159,113 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 138,482 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 124,424 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 110,440 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 110,440 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 103,584 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 99,040 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 88,639 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 88,639 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 83,442 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 75,831 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 75,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 64,978 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 55,286 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 55,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 40,447 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 27,818 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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PL06 UZJ is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PL06 UZJ, 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 PL06 UZJ registered?

PL06 UZJ is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 31 May 2006.

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The MOT history for PL06 UZJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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