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YY06 EKZ

2006 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,074 mi
Last recorded159,074 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY06 EKZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 159,074 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 137,993 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 120,061 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 85,299 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 80,932 miles

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

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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YY06 EKZ is a 2006 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY06 EKZ, 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 YY06 EKZ registered?

YY06 EKZ is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is YY06 EKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY06 EKZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY06 EKZ have outstanding finance?

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