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RA54 XJH

2004 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,529 mi
Last recorded167,529 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 XJH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 167,529 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 167,501 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 167,471 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 155,000 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 143,360 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 102,004 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 78,604 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 59,592 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 49,813 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 35,827 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 35,825 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

SLIGHT CATCHING SOUND FROM O/S/R BRAKE, WHEN ROADWHEEL IS ROTATED !!

Pass 9 Jan 2008 27,789 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 27,789 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 XJH is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XJH, 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

How do I check the history of RA54 XJH?

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What year was RA54 XJH registered?

RA54 XJH is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 23 November 2004.

Is RA54 XJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 XJH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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