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L15 HHY

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,793 mi
Last recorded129,793 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL15 HHY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2024 129,793 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2022 129,101 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 128,213 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 127,400 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 123,321 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 118,395 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 114,561 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 109,471 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 105,070 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 99,616 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 92,439 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 88,154 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 82,501 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 76,439 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 68,351 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 47,251 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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L15 HHY is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L15 HHY, 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

How do I check the history of L15 HHY?

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What year was L15 HHY registered?

L15 HHY is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is L15 HHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L15 HHY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L15 HHY have outstanding finance?

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