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R5 GDB

2014 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,648 mi
Last recorded117,648 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 53566,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 GDB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 117,648 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 109,297 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 101,646 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 94,856 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 89,620 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 82,487 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 74,603 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 62,404 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 49,783 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (3.5.1i)

under trays / engine covers fitted covering components

Pass 9 Feb 2017 36,467 miles

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

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

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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R5 GDB is a 2014 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 66,759 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 R5 GDB, 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 12 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 GDB registered?

R5 GDB is a 2014 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2014.

Is R5 GDB safe to buy?

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