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VN56 XNT

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,591 mi
Last recorded100,591 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 XNT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 100,591 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jun 2025 96,534 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 94,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2024 94,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 91,724 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2022 89,191 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 86,743 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 84,795 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 81,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is cracking on the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 76,562 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2018 76,391 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 72,196 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 72,196 miles

Central Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Central Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 63,199 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 61,717 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 56,262 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 49,396 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 41,360 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 31,895 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 23,788 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 16,222 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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VN56 XNT is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VN56 XNT, 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 XNT registered?

VN56 XNT is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is VN56 XNT safe to buy?

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