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C8 RYK

2004 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,995 mi
Last recorded86,995 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 RYK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 86,995 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 85,037 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 82,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 79,213 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 79,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245.35.19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255.35.19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 76,117 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 73,605 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 70,784 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 66,822 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 64,007 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slight split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 61,165 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 58,400 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 58,400 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2014 58,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted nearside & offside obscuring testable areas on both outer sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 56,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 53,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2011 51,469 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 47,095 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 34,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 34,198 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 30,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

underside covered in large protective plastic shields preventing a complete inspection.

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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C8 RYK is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 C8 RYK, 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

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What year was C8 RYK registered?

C8 RYK is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 14 December 2004.

Is C8 RYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 RYK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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