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VX06 YLF

2006 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

214,380 mi
Last recorded214,380 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX06 YLF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 214,380 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 205,815 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 197,935 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 175,603 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 165,633 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 157,455 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 148,448 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 148,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 137,409 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 137,406 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 123,194 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 123,192 miles

Nearside Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 108,464 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 91,343 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 75,022 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 62,957 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 62,258 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre on 2/2/0

o/s/r tyre on 2/2/2mm

Pass 25 Feb 2009 44,881 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 44,579 miles

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

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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VX06 YLF is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VX06 YLF, 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 VX06 YLF registered?

VX06 YLF is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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