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H21 NRS

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

97,121 mi
Last recorded97,121 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH21 NRS
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 97,121 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 84,016 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 74,179 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 74,179 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 64,469 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2023 64,469 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2022 55,972 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 48,080 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 48,080 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2020 44,553 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 43,558 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 38,108 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 34,231 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 30,100 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 25,407 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 22,265 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 18,965 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 18,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 15,446 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 11,325 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 8,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre outer wallhas light cracks

smoke test zero detected

Pass 4 Dec 2008 7,315 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 5,665 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

zero emission

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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H21 NRS is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H21 NRS, 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 H21 NRS registered?

H21 NRS is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 18 December 2004.

Is H21 NRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H21 NRS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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