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GL54 LYC

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

193,381 mi
Last recorded193,381 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 LYC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 193,381 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f D rubbers worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer rose joint worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower arm inner bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 173,371 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear lower arms front mounting bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 156,167 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear lower arms front mounting bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn down to 2mm around centre tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 138,176 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 138,173 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 135,724 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 129,581 miles

Both front drop links have slight play

Pass 5 Nov 2015 123,675 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 112,258 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 112,224 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

n/s number plate light dim

n/s/f side light flickering

Pass 29 May 2013 94,278 miles

offside rear brake disc deeply scored

Fail 22 May 2013 94,091 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside rear brake disc deeply scored

Fail 21 May 2012 86,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front tyre sidewall damaged. Ply cord not exposed

Pass 21 May 2012 86,987 miles

offside front tyre sidewall damaged. Ply cord not exposed

Pass 29 Oct 2011 78,249 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 76,630 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 63,784 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 63,780 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 46,531 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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GL54 LYC is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GL54 LYC, 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

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What year was GL54 LYC registered?

GL54 LYC is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 10 December 2004.

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