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RA54 WVZ

2004 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,870 mi
Last recorded152,870 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 WVZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 152,870 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 137,654 miles

Front headlights misty

Pass 23 Feb 2018 127,641 miles

Front headlights misty

Pass 16 Feb 2017 116,504 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 106,069 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 99,640 miles

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

Offside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 93,236 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 81,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2011 89,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front and rear brake discs slight wear

Fail 1 Aug 2011 89,057 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front and rear brake discs slighy wear

Pass 16 Jun 2010 50,433 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 50,433 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)

Pass 21 May 2009 46,637 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 30,706 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 28,299 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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RA54 WVZ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RA54 WVZ, 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 RA54 WVZ registered?

RA54 WVZ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is RA54 WVZ safe to buy?

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