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SAH 169

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

160,662 mi
Last recorded160,662 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAH 169
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 160,662 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 160,661 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear ()

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 151,664 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 144,248 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both N/S and O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 144,248 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both N/S and O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 137,587 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 131,221 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 125,778 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 119,567 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 111,891 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 111,890 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 102,638 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 82,324 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 79,066 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 76,345 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 69,001 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,402 miles

Both rear suspension arm front bushes starting to unbond but no movement

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Aug 2011 51,359 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 32,980 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 24,175 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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SAH 169 is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SAH 169, 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 SAH 169 registered?

SAH 169 is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is SAH 169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAH 169 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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