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B26 JTC

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

215,822 mi
Last recorded215,822 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 JTC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 215,822 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 203,825 miles

EML on

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 193,623 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 Dec 2022 186,998 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 176,198 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 170,502 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 170,494 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 154,928 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 136,008 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 125,658 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 112,678 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 81,365 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 81,365 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 72,406 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 72,406 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 62,933 miles

N/s/f brake pad warning wire wrapped around hub

Parking brake low effort for model

Plastic sill covers, arch liners, and undertrays preventing full examination

Service wear to front brake discs

Service wear to rear brake discs and pads wearing close to service limits

Some uneven wear to rear tyres

Some unven application and inbalance to front brakes

Pass 10 Apr 2012 52,392 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,822 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,463 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 33,103 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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B26 JTC is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 B26 JTC, 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 B26 JTC registered?

B26 JTC is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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