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RF06 BLN

2006 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

183,166 mi
Last recorded183,166 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 BLN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 183,166 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 183,166 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 181,539 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 169,609 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 161,855 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 149,306 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 136,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 124,890 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 111,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 99,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jun 2013 99,111 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2012 87,112 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 77,168 miles

nsf tyre & nsr tyre tread low.

Pass 16 Jun 2010 64,741 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 51,205 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 51,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front 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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RF06 BLN is a 2006 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RF06 BLN, 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 RF06 BLN?

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What year was RF06 BLN registered?

RF06 BLN is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is RF06 BLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF06 BLN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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