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FV07 VGJ

2007 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

159,535 mi
Last recorded159,535 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 VGJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 159,535 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 143,453 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 139,744 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 126,451 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 126,451 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 113,880 miles

cill , engine and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 7 Sep 2015 113,793 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cill , engine and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 15 Sep 2014 98,257 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 87,541 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to pick up loe emissions on smoke tester

Pass 21 Aug 2012 79,506 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 70,246 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,750 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 55,745 miles

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)

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

Offside Front 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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FV07 VGJ is a 2007 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV07 VGJ, 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 FV07 VGJ registered?

FV07 VGJ is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is FV07 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 VGJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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