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YC56 NFU

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,874 mi
Last recorded121,874 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 NFU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 121,874 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 106,206 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 96,961 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

slight oil leak from engine

slight play in o/s/f of steering rack

Pass 21 Dec 2011 75,641 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all tyres are wearing on inner edges

Fail 19 Dec 2011 75,618 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Dec 2010 50,368 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 33,892 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 33,892 miles

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

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 NFU is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC56 NFU, 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

How do I check the history of YC56 NFU?

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What year was YC56 NFU registered?

YC56 NFU is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is YC56 NFU safe to buy?

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