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KL57 VXK

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

190,812 mi
Last recorded190,812 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL57 VXK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 190,812 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 190,812 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 182,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 182,184 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Marked in yellow) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 178,698 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 178,696 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Direction Indicators permanently on (4.4.3 (b))

Position lamp switch allows the rear position lamps to be switched off when the headlamps are on (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 172,179 miles

Offside Rear outer cv gaitor deteriorating

Pass 27 Aug 2019 166,510 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 159,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

drivers seat belt stitching

Pass 7 Sep 2017 152,518 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 139,645 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 129,214 miles

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

No Emissions Detected

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 129,212 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

No Emissions Detected

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 113,128 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 113,127 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 98,109 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 82,703 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2012 82,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 68,749 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 51,360 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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KL57 VXK is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KL57 VXK, 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 KL57 VXK registered?

KL57 VXK is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is KL57 VXK safe to buy?

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