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YB06 DDV

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

180,437 mi
Last recorded180,437 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 DDV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 180,437 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2020 175,736 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 172,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2018 169,809 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 164,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 164,289 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 157,104 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Oct 2015 143,631 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted to underbody obscuring view of some components

Pass 13 Oct 2014 131,863 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front tyre inner wall structure slightly out of shape

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2014 131,863 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front tyre inner wall structure slightly out of shape

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 122,256 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 110,829 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2012 110,829 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2011 98,386 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre and wheel slightly damaged.

slight bulge in offside front tyre.

Pass 3 Sep 2010 81,081 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 64,213 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 62,417 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 62,379 miles

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

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

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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YB06 DDV is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YB06 DDV, 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 YB06 DDV registered?

YB06 DDV is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 16 June 2006.

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