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BJ07 VLV

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,072 mi
Last recorded116,072 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ07 VLV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 116,072 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 116,062 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 109,986 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 100,430 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275 35 19 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 87,197 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,614 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 70,320 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 70,198 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 57,578 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 51,302 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 41,502 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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BJ07 VLV is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJ07 VLV, 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 BJ07 VLV registered?

BJ07 VLV is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 26 June 2007.

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The MOT history for BJ07 VLV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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