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RY55 YFP

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

232,088 mi
Last recorded232,088 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 YFP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 232,088 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 229,575 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wing and lower skirt damaged

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 215,318 miles

Rear Upper brake light not working

Pass 20 Jan 2016 190,746 miles

Bad oil leak to engine

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

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

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

Rear number plate loose

Pass 13 Jan 2015 162,036 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 133,143 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 132,793 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 100,028 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 85,306 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 85,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 64,015 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 465,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 12 Nov 2009 46,740 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 38,821 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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RY55 YFP is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RY55 YFP, 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 RY55 YFP registered?

RY55 YFP is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 13 January 2006.

Is RY55 YFP safe to buy?

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