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SL56 XKG

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,145 mi
Last recorded47,145 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 XKG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 47,145 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 39,366 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

both rear wheels slightly damaged

nearside front tyre sidewall slightly damaged

nearside front wheel slightly damaged

slight corrosion on both front to rear brake pipes

slight wear in front brake discs

Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,538 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 11 Feb 2011 30,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Nov 2009 25,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

both rear wheels slightly damaged

nearside front wheel slightly damaged

vehicle emissions so lean smoke meter does not detect emissions = pass

Fail 4 Nov 2009 25,261 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

vehicle emissions so lean smoke meter does not detect emissions = pass

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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SL56 XKG is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 SL56 XKG, 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.

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What year was SL56 XKG registered?

SL56 XKG is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is SL56 XKG safe to buy?

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