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BG54 DXU

2004 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,893 mi
Last recorded151,893 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 DXU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 151,893 miles

tyre pressurer lamp

Fail 2 Oct 2019 151,891 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

tyre pressurer lamp

Pass 4 Jun 2016 143,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 132,435 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 132,416 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 122,270 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 113,967 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 102,400 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 90,716 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 78,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 78,532 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 64,100 miles

wear in front ball joints/ front discs wqorn/ hand brake travel high/ n/s/f & n/s/r & o/s/r tyres on legal limit/ under body covered in plastic trims

Pass 20 Mar 2008 54,884 miles

surface corrosion on brake discs,os front tyre worn on edges.vehicle fitted with plastic trims

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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BG54 DXU is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 106,549 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 BG54 DXU, 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 22 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG54 DXU?

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What year was BG54 DXU registered?

BG54 DXU is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 2 November 2004.

Is BG54 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 DXU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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