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M5 ABV

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,944 mi
Last recorded154,944 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 ABV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 154,944 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread both number plates (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2017 154,944 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread both number plates (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2017 154,839 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre slight sidewall damage

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Not able to carry out full inspection of all metal brake pipes (above fuel tank or behind plastic under vehicle covers)

Not able to carry out full inspection of outer body sills (plastic sill covers fitted)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 136,111 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 128,235 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 May 2013 123,625 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 118,215 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 115,131 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 112,538 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 98,801 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 88,870 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 88,870 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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M5 ABV is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 M5 ABV, 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.

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What year was M5 ABV registered?

M5 ABV is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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