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SO06 NWY

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

172,436 mi
Last recorded172,436 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO06 NWY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 172,436 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

under covers fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2021 160,197 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 149,618 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

plastic under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 10 Aug 2019 141,711 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 134,546 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 124,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 112,350 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 112,136 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s n/s (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 102,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2014 91,424 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Jun 2013 82,010 miles

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

rear brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 26 Jun 2012 73,809 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel tank strap slack

Pass 30 Jun 2011 63,624 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 46,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jun 2009 33,047 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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SO06 NWY is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SO06 NWY, 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 SO06 NWY registered?

SO06 NWY is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is SO06 NWY safe to buy?

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