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GL07 DFF

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

142,553 mi
Last recorded142,553 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 DFF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 142,553 miles

Nearside Door mirror glass damaged

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2025 142,551 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear suspension lower arm-inner forward bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Door mirror glass damaged

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 139,120 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 135,734 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear axle area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 132,284 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension lower arm forward bush slightly de-laminated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 127,993 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 127,993 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 124,851 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))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 121,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 118,688 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip <10mm in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear upper arm balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17%, limit 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 112,865 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 112,865 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 105,676 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 102,773 miles

Large plastic covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear diff has a oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2015 89,485 miles

diesel trigger point not met

Pass 24 Jul 2014 82,307 miles

diesel emissions trigger point not met

full underbody covers fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Jul 2014 82,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

diesel emissions trigger point not met

full underbody covers fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Jul 2013 72,446 miles

front brake pads starting to wear low

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2012 61,222 miles

emissions trigger point not met

front brake pads look low

offside rear tyre on down to 3mm

Pass 7 May 2011 46,779 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 34,282 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 DFF is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DFF, 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 DFF registered?

GL07 DFF is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 5 June 2007.

Is GL07 DFF safe to buy?

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