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PK54 NHU

2004 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,249 mi
Last recorded138,249 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK54 NHU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 138,249 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 136,616 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 133,899 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 130,017 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 116,330 miles

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

exhaust flexi broken

Pass 5 Aug 2019 101,119 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 99,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 93,934 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 89,773 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 85,905 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 81,719 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Washers weak

Fail 1 Dec 2014 81,703 miles

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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Washers weak

Pass 2 Sep 2013 75,100 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 74,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 67,929 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 61,879 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 55,708 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 49,051 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,462 miles

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

nearside rear tyre side wall split not down to canvas

Pass 4 Jul 2007 32,986 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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PK54 NHU is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PK54 NHU, 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 PK54 NHU registered?

PK54 NHU is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is PK54 NHU safe to buy?

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