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GV54 VMJ

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,764 mi
Last recorded104,764 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 VMJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 104,764 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 86,002 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 69,099 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 12 Jun 2008 47,938 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 40,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 40,272 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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GV54 VMJ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV54 VMJ, 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 GV54 VMJ registered?

GV54 VMJ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is GV54 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 VMJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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