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VN56 XFG

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,568 mi
Last recorded108,568 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 XFG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 108,568 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 100,730 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 100,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2024 94,587 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2024 94,576 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 84,853 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 77,318 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 77,318 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 68,470 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 67,958 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 67,399 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim very bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 67,393 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim very bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 64,440 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 64,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm DOWN TO THE CORDS (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARLY DOWN TO CORDS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 62,151 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 59,533 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 57,211 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 54,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 52,097 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 49,737 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 49,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 47,328 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 44,597 miles

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)

PLASTIC OUTER SILL AND COVERS UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 30 Nov 2009 41,562 miles

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

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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VN56 XFG is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN56 XFG, 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 VN56 XFG registered?

VN56 XFG is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is VN56 XFG safe to buy?

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