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BT54 XRB

2004 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,957 mi
Last recorded137,957 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 XRB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 137,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 137,956 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended no seat belts checked (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 137,317 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 137,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2019 134,311 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 134,311 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2017 129,785 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 129,785 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 126,213 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 120,180 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 120,180 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 120,126 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 113,927 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 108,969 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 105,322 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 99,187 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 86,279 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 4 Feb 2009 71,452 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 51,202 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 50,193 miles

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

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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BT54 XRB is a 2004 BMW 535 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BT54 XRB, 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.

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What year was BT54 XRB registered?

BT54 XRB is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 24 December 2004.

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