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AK57 JJL

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

186,824 mi
Last recorded186,824 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 JJL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 186,824 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive end of the gearbox area is wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 176,440 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 176,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 159,129 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 140,738 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 137,906 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2020 137,462 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 126,389 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (lowest point on the tread is 2.7mm the legal limit is 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (lowest point on the tread is 2.7mm the legal limit is 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 126,389 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (lowest point on the tread is 2.7mm the legal limit is 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (lowest point on the tread is 2.7mm the legal limit is 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 116,525 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 106,077 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 100,024 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 96,850 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 89,819 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 78,223 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 71,571 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 65,386 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 65,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2010 61,990 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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AK57 JJL is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 102,338 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 AK57 JJL, 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 19 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK57 JJL is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 21 September 2007.

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