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LFM 497N

2004 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

186,749 mi
Last recorded186,749 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFM 497N
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 186,749 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 181,181 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 175,852 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 171,917 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 166,249 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 161,159 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 154,387 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 150,146 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 150,146 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 137,398 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rare (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 137,398 miles

Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened both front (2.4.G.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rare (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 130,805 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 123,035 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 116,386 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 108,357 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 101,214 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2011 92,002 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 91,829 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 80,669 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 68,649 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 56,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

excess travel on handbrake lever

Pass 17 Dec 2007 44,802 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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LFM 497N is a 2004 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LFM 497N, 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 LFM 497N registered?

LFM 497N is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is LFM 497N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFM 497N shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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