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EA03 YSV

2003 BMW 535

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

258,195 mi
Last recorded258,195 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 535100,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 YSV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 258,195 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front and rear inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff. slightly leaking

Pass 18 Aug 2023 252,151 miles

Front and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Minor engine oil leak

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear at approx. 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 243,007 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

minor engine oil leak

rear brake pips and fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2021 235,403 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 232,009 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 218,039 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2018 204,369 miles

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

front brake discs slightly pitted

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 29 Aug 2017 193,469 miles

EML on

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Jul 2016 185,356 miles

EML on

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

rear brake discs worn

Pass 15 Aug 2015 169,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 154,202 miles

Coolant leak

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

wipers worn

Pass 3 Aug 2013 136,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2012 124,452 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

different road wheels fitted on rear axle

slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 13 Aug 2011 107,834 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 107,810 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 88,224 miles

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

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

slight play in steering

Pass 8 Aug 2009 68,154 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 8 Aug 2009 68,154 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 53,755 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 46,087 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 46,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 37,453 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 37,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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EA03 YSV is a 2003 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 100,173 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 EA03 YSV, 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 23 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 EA03 YSV registered?

EA03 YSV is a 2003 BMW 535, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is EA03 YSV safe to buy?

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