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LD54 VHX

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

166,664 mi
Last recorded166,664 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 VHX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 166,664 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 162,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre pressure low, TPMS light on

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

Fail 10 Jul 2021 162,771 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre pressure low, TPMS light on

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 155,289 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 147,758 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 142,768 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 135,759 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 129,624 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rears (3.6.B.2c)

full plastic under trays fitted not allowing inspection

Fail 5 Apr 2016 129,624 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working rectified (1.4.A.2c)

full plastic under trays fitted not allowing inspection

Pass 4 Feb 2015 118,761 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 105,234 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 99,545 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 95,982 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 91,948 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 83,220 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 71,098 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 55,003 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2008 55,003 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 32,701 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 VHX is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VHX, 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 VHX registered?

LD54 VHX is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 19 October 2004.

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The MOT history for LD54 VHX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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