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YG55 VWF

2006 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,203 mi
Last recorded102,203 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 VWF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 102,203 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 102,203 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 140,692 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 133,879 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 132,286 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 130,904 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 114,440 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 114,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 88,074 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 47,103 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 47,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear tyres worn smooth on very inner edges

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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YG55 VWF is a 2006 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YG55 VWF, 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 YG55 VWF?

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What year was YG55 VWF registered?

YG55 VWF is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is YG55 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG55 VWF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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