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NLZ 1797

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

160,763 mi
Last recorded160,763 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLZ 1797
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 160,763 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Fail 22 Feb 2023 160,763 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Pass 21 Dec 2021 142,775 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 142,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 135,998 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2020 135,998 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER WALL OF TYRE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Dec 2019 128,224 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 116,189 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 115,165 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 104,129 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 92,569 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 85,639 miles

emm to clean to read

Fail 29 Oct 2014 85,560 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)

emm to clean to read

Pass 6 Nov 2013 77,709 miles

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

emm to clean to read

Pass 14 Nov 2012 72,501 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 62,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 62,842 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on edges

wipers smearing

Pass 28 Oct 2010 48,511 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,225 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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NLZ 1797 is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 102,338 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 NLZ 1797, 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 19 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NLZ 1797 registered?

NLZ 1797 is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 30 June 2007.

Is NLZ 1797 safe to buy?

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