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PJ54 BZO

2004 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

172,483 mi
Last recorded172,483 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ54 BZO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2020 172,483 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 169,415 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 165,989 miles

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 163,029 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 158,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nsf tyre worn on inner sidewall

Fail 21 Mar 2015 158,724 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nsf tyre worn on inner sidewall

Pass 30 Jul 2013 128,548 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 118,244 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 109,840 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 95,791 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 81,746 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 81,746 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2008 66,373 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 48,161 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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PJ54 BZO is a 2004 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ54 BZO, 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 PJ54 BZO registered?

PJ54 BZO is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 20 November 2004.

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