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YB06 SKE

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

191,914 mi
Last recorded191,914 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 SKE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 191,914 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil OS+NS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 176,073 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 164,653 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 152,746 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged ALL ROUND (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 138,892 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 123,930 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 109,127 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 106,443 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 96,976 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 88,229 miles

both rear exhaust mounts split

covers on sills

covers on underside

n/s front jacking point mount missing

Pass 28 Jun 2013 80,078 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads getting down

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2012 72,847 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 63,680 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2011 63,679 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2010 52,281 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,426 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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YB06 SKE is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 YB06 SKE, 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 SKE registered?

YB06 SKE is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is YB06 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB06 SKE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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