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YC56 LJE

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

112,007 mi
Last recorded112,007 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 LJE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 112,007 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 102,623 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 91,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 91,980 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed very bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 80,036 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 80,036 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 70,962 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 63,298 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 60,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 55,598 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 55,598 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 51,188 miles

Front brake pads and discs worn.

Pass 3 Feb 2017 42,227 miles

n/s/f tyre cut in the outer sidewall

Pass 6 Jan 2016 41,583 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 37,617 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,020 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 30,742 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 27,262 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 23,248 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 20,303 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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YC56 LJE is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YC56 LJE, 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 YC56 LJE registered?

YC56 LJE is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is YC56 LJE safe to buy?

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