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BV57 YTW

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

143,540 mi
Last recorded143,540 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 YTW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 143,540 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2025 139,717 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also 0 mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also 0 mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 2 May 2025 139,717 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also 0 mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also 0 mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 132,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 132,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 129,523 miles

Central Front Front grill missing

Nearside Front Fog light missing

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 129,522 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Front grill missing

Nearside Front Fog light missing

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 128,066 miles

Nearside Front fog light missing

front lower grill missing

Pass 14 Nov 2019 124,287 miles

Nearside Front fog light insecure filling off

Fail 14 Nov 2019 124,287 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front fog light insecure filling off

Pass 7 Sep 2018 119,911 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 114,732 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 114,723 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2017 113,874 miles

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

Engine covers fitted.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 23 Apr 2016 108,374 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2015 93,687 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 93,687 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 67,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2013 67,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 55,461 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,045 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 34,959 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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BV57 YTW is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BV57 YTW, 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 BV57 YTW registered?

BV57 YTW is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is BV57 YTW safe to buy?

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