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LN09 WSZ

2009 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

156,509 mi
Last recorded156,509 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 WSZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 156,509 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 156,508 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 145,355 miles

front bumper broken at nearside

Fail 22 Sep 2023 145,221 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

front bumper broken at nearside

Pass 27 Sep 2022 133,323 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 133,171 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 120,235 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 109,569 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Nov 2020 109,569 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Nov 2019 101,347 miles

Rear diff slight oil seepage

covers & shields fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2019 97,510 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

parking brake noisy

Pass 23 Feb 2018 92,427 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged damage (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (2.4.G.2)

Rear differential slight oil leak

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

parking brake noisy

Fail 19 Feb 2018 92,427 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged damage (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (2.4.G.2)

Rear differential slight oil leak

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

parking brake noisy

Pass 23 Feb 2017 87,467 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 80,229 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 72,514 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 63,726 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 56,081 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 56,081 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 55,958 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 42,193 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 42,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Both front tyre inner outer edges have low tread.

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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LN09 WSZ is a 2009 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN09 WSZ, 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 LN09 WSZ registered?

LN09 WSZ is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is LN09 WSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN09 WSZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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