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RD54 PWU

2004 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

180,747 mi
Last recorded180,747 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD54 PWU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 180,747 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2024 177,126 miles

engine cover and under trays

Pass 20 Nov 2023 171,480 miles

engine cover and under trays

Pass 19 Nov 2022 166,263 miles

Nearside Front 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))

engine cover and under tray

Pass 12 Nov 2021 159,720 miles

engine cover and under trays

Pass 23 Nov 2020 156,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

engine cover and under trays

Pass 18 Nov 2019 151,381 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2019 151,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2018 145,490 miles

engine cover

Pass 22 Nov 2017 140,607 miles

engine cover

Pass 10 Nov 2016 135,130 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 130,004 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link arm (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and underside tray fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2014 124,860 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 120,311 miles

Both sides front tyres deteriorated

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

center stop light has bulbs not working

Fail 18 Nov 2013 120,292 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Both sides front tyres deteriorated

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

center stop light has bulbs not working

Pass 19 Nov 2012 111,367 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 111,367 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 99,972 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 88,555 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2009 76,068 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 63,273 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 45,680 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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RD54 PWU is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RD54 PWU, 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 RD54 PWU registered?

RD54 PWU is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is RD54 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD54 PWU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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