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FX54 VMM

2004 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

147,523 mi
Last recorded147,523 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 VMM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 147,523 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

front under tray damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2022 142,201 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 134,546 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nail in off side rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2020 126,840 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 120,840 miles

both front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

both offside plastic jacking points missing

Fail 22 Nov 2019 120,840 miles

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

both front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

both offside plastic jacking points missing

Pass 1 Dec 2018 114,585 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 1 Dec 2018 114,585 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 22 Nov 2017 106,810 miles

offside front and offside rear plastic jacking points missing

Fail 21 Nov 2017 106,180 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front and offside rear plastic jacking points missing

Pass 17 Nov 2016 100,245 miles

both rear lower arm front inner bushes split

front brake pads wearing very low discs worn

Pass 10 Dec 2015 90,158 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 77,524 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

Fail 21 Oct 2014 77,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 69,661 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 64,709 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Nov 2012 64,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 56,821 miles

Engine oil leak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

O/S/F jackimg pad missing

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 47,681 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 39,624 miles

n/s/f bumber secured with tape as come adrift

Fail 12 Nov 2009 39,624 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f bumber secured with tape as come adrift

Pass 12 Nov 2008 31,728 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 23,755 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 23,755 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2007 23,755 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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FX54 VMM is a 2004 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 FX54 VMM, 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

How do I check the history of FX54 VMM?

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What year was FX54 VMM registered?

FX54 VMM is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FX54 VMM safe to buy?

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