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N29 STJ

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,280 mi
Last recorded106,280 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN29 STJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 106,280 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 104,282 miles

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2024 104,282 miles

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 161,059 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 159,921 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 158,101 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 157,218 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 152,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 148,152 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 142,650 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 142,649 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release catch missing (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 132,170 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 132,115 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 123,279 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 117,070 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 113,125 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 105,833 miles

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

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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N29 STJ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N29 STJ, 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

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What year was N29 STJ registered?

N29 STJ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is N29 STJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N29 STJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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