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GL07 CBY

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

154,217 mi
Last recorded154,217 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 CBY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 154,217 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 153,540 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 147,202 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 138,892 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 129,400 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 122,675 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 186,547 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 102,842 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 81,754 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 61,376 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)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 53,014 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 39,229 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 36,248 miles
Pass 27 May 2012 27,227 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2012 26,879 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2011 18,640 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 12,817 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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GL07 CBY is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 GL07 CBY, 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 GL07 CBY registered?

GL07 CBY is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 15 June 2007.

Is GL07 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL07 CBY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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