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MF17 VFJ

2017 BMW 535

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,556 mi
Last recorded72,556 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53549,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF17 VFJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 72,556 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 63,830 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 53,893 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 49,297 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 43,899 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 33,134 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2020 22,191 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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MF17 VFJ is a 2017 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 49,883 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 MF17 VFJ, 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 9 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 MF17 VFJ?

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What year was MF17 VFJ registered?

MF17 VFJ is a 2017 BMW 535, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is MF17 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF17 VFJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF17 VFJ have outstanding finance?

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