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LD54 OMZ

2004 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,356 mi
Last recorded146,356 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 OMZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 146,356 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 139,494 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 125,982 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 114,972 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 105,748 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 105,468 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 103,813 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 96,934 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 95,152 miles

Emission to clean to record a reading

Pass 9 Jan 2016 80,569 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 80,569 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 69,602 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 69,602 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 63,213 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 54,769 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 45,434 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 45,434 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2010 34,487 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 31,609 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,665 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 28,104 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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LD54 OMZ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LD54 OMZ, 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 LD54 OMZ registered?

LD54 OMZ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is LD54 OMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD54 OMZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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