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AP57 LWG

2007 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,400 mi
Last recorded162,400 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 LWG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 162,400 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 140,289 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 140,156 miles

Emissions not tested emissions not tested due to oil on min (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front inner tie rod slight play

Offside Front inner tie rod slight play

oil leak ..

Pass 3 Jun 2017 125,675 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Oct 2016 112,191 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 86,090 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 85,998 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Gearbox oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2014 76,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 63,529 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 48,285 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 38,596 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall impact damage

Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,082 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 29,081 miles

Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2010 29,008 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AP57 LWG is a 2007 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP57 LWG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP57 LWG registered?

AP57 LWG is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is AP57 LWG safe to buy?

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