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L888 BGV

2010 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

160,257 mi
Last recorded160,257 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 53576,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 BGV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 160,257 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2025 239,211 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 141,160 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 214,071 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 205,777 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 115,687 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 100,227 miles

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

undertray and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2019 94,323 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 88,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 81,333 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 81,333 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect n/s & o/s (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2016 77,439 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 77,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 77,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessive inner edge uneven tread wear (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessive inner edge uneven tread wear (4.1.D.1b)

engine bay covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2015 67,218 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2014 49,903 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 49,891 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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L888 BGV is a 2010 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 76,292 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 L888 BGV, 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 16 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L888 BGV registered?

L888 BGV is a 2010 BMW 535, first registered on 13 November 2010.

Is L888 BGV safe to buy?

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