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EF07 VFN

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,294 mi
Last recorded155,294 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF07 VFN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 155,294 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Oct 2023 155,294 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 149,498 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

under trays fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2022 149,498 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2021 144,718 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Oct 2021 144,718 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Aug 2020 137,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 126,726 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 126,726 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 115,906 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 106,091 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 99,089 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 91,265 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 80,287 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,418 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 48,074 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 29,757 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,399 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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EF07 VFN is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 EF07 VFN, 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.

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What year was EF07 VFN registered?

EF07 VFN is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 3 July 2007.

Is EF07 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF07 VFN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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