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LC09 VMD

2009 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

125,632 mi
Last recorded125,632 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 VMD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 125,632 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 125,146 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 114,418 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 105,702 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 90,960 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 77,156 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 67,036 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 57,360 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 57,331 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 55,758 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 52,130 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 47,022 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,610 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 44,605 miles

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

o/s/r tyre tread worn bald on inner edge

Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,975 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 36,557 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 31,393 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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LC09 VMD is a 2009 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 95,366 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 LC09 VMD, 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 17 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC09 VMD registered?

LC09 VMD is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 28 June 2009.

Is LC09 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 VMD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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