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OV57 UVY

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

202,404 mi
Last recorded202,404 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 UVY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 202,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 192,068 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 192,068 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Gearbox oil leaking

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 180,611 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 172,659 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 165,113 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 154,355 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 154,355 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 139,581 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 125,537 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 115,612 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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OV57 UVY is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 OV57 UVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV57 UVY registered?

OV57 UVY is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is OV57 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV57 UVY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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