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YG56 OBF

2006 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,804 mi
Last recorded135,804 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG56 OBF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 135,804 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion to coil springs

Fail 4 Sep 2020 135,804 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

corrosion to coil springs

Pass 22 Aug 2019 126,662 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 118,660 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 108,022 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres wearing low on edges and out of shape

general corrosion to underbody components

wiper blades smear

Pass 30 Aug 2016 100,427 miles

Nearside Front brake pads wearing low on ns

Fail 30 Aug 2016 100,427 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake pads wearing low on ns

Pass 3 Sep 2015 93,959 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 84,760 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 79,852 miles

Deep cut to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 14 Sep 2012 66,132 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 45,683 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 31,708 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,337 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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YG56 OBF is a 2006 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YG56 OBF, 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 YG56 OBF registered?

YG56 OBF is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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