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HT04 WCJ

2004 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

163,859 mi
Last recorded163,859 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 WCJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 163,859 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 146,844 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 130,830 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 May 2016 115,748 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 111,930 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 104,799 miles

emissions not detected reading was 0.04

Pass 26 Sep 2013 92,380 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 92,374 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 79,644 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 65,704 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 50,969 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 38,228 miles

trigger point not met.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 31,898 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 24,542 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 24,539 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,410 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 23,990 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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HT04 WCJ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HT04 WCJ, 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 HT04 WCJ registered?

HT04 WCJ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is HT04 WCJ safe to buy?

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