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LJ12 SLZ

2012 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,606 mi
Last recorded63,606 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 53573,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 SLZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2020 63,606 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 57,925 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 50,738 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 39,247 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,409 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 12,017 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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LJ12 SLZ is a 2012 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,136 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 LJ12 SLZ, 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 14 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 LJ12 SLZ registered?

LJ12 SLZ is a 2012 BMW 535, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is LJ12 SLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 SLZ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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