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LS54 HFK

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

186,688 mi
Last recorded186,688 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 HFK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2022 186,688 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 186,224 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 171,960 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 164,769 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 150,690 miles

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

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

Offside headlamp beam image poor

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Dec 2016 131,720 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 113,653 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 96,782 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 77,791 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 63,349 miles

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

offside front fog light not secure

Fail 28 Dec 2012 63,348 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside front fog light not secure

Pass 9 Jan 2012 47,239 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,929 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 33,880 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2010 33,880 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 30,578 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 25,966 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 22,221 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 21,764 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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LS54 HFK 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 LS54 HFK, 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

How do I check the history of LS54 HFK?

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What year was LS54 HFK registered?

LS54 HFK is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is LS54 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS54 HFK 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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