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YF56 CNJ

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,956 mi
Last recorded197,956 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 CNJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 197,956 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 197,956 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 179,311 miles

Nearside Rear driveshaft leaking grease

Pass 17 Jan 2017 157,820 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 137,113 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush of arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush in arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 124,172 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 181,655 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 101,349 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 101,348 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 96,101 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 96,084 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 80,459 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 80,459 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 63,544 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 63,270 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres wearing on edges of tread, ( stepped tread )

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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YF56 CNJ is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YF56 CNJ, 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 YF56 CNJ registered?

YF56 CNJ is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 13 December 2006.

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