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LS59 FTT

2009 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

363,682 mi
Last recorded363,682 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 53595,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 FTT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 363,682 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer pin / bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 363,679 miles

Nearside Rear Steering wheel rim fractured (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer pin / bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 217,174 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 210,071 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 209,707 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn second back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play second back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 191,814 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 184,997 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 180,013 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 171,179 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 159,454 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear flexi brake hose perishing.

Offside Rear flexi brake hose perishing.

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Fail 12 Jan 2019 159,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245.40.18.93 y run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear flexi brake hose perishing.

Offside Rear flexi brake hose perishing.

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 9 Jan 2018 142,430 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges 245/40/18

engine covers & under trays fitted

offside front jacking block missing

Pass 12 Jan 2017 125,901 miles

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

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 13 Jan 2016 106,244 miles

engine cover and under cover fitted.

no emission reading. manual pass.

Fail 13 Jan 2016 106,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine cover and under cover fitted.

no emission reading. manual pass.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 85,029 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 66,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2014 66,743 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2013 51,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LS59 FTT is a 2009 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LS59 FTT, 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

How do I check the history of LS59 FTT?

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What year was LS59 FTT registered?

LS59 FTT is a 2009 BMW 535, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is LS59 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 FTT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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