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YC06 POV

2006 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

204,202 mi
Last recorded204,202 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 POV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 204,202 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 199,276 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 194,735 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 189,585 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2022 189,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 183,553 miles

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

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

Rear both sides LOW EFFORT 159:124KG NEED ADJUST LEVER

Pass 17 Oct 2020 178,900 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 175,872 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 171,398 miles

rear tyres low

Pass 20 Oct 2017 167,001 miles

emissions too clean

play in suspension

Pass 24 Oct 2016 162,848 miles

n/s/f headlight colour

Pass 21 Oct 2015 157,931 miles

Emissions too clean

Pass 22 Oct 2014 151,830 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 129,336 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 105,068 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 78,480 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 62,492 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 49,276 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2009 49,060 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 36,906 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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YC06 POV is a 2006 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YC06 POV, 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 YC06 POV registered?

YC06 POV is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is YC06 POV safe to buy?

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