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YC06 WKZ

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,920 mi
Last recorded153,920 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC06 WKZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 153,920 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 147,053 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 138,760 miles

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2020 132,338 miles

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

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2019 108,161 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2018 105,559 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 101,361 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

engine cover fitted

seal covers fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2016 92,162 miles

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

Oil leak ()

engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2015 82,160 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 82,159 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2014 71,527 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 62,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side skirts fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2013 62,421 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side skirts fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2012 54,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2011 44,660 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 40,776 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Mar 2010 40,776 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Mar 2009 34,248 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 WKZ 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 83.3%.

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 WKZ, 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 WKZ registered?

YC06 WKZ is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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The MOT history for YC06 WKZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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