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RF57 LWM

2007 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,169 mi
Last recorded163,169 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 LWM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 163,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 161,461 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 156,463 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 151,885 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 147,883 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Dec 2020 143,113 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 137,892 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 137,891 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 131,123 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 122,123 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

all tyres on the limit

Fail 22 Nov 2017 122,123 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system excessively tight active steering on (2.2.D.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

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

all tyres on the limit

Pass 30 Nov 2016 114,703 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 107,098 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 101,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 90,644 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Nov 2012 75,520 miles

Service light on

Pass 1 Nov 2011 57,805 miles

Emissions too low for print-out.... (PASSED)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 41,431 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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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RF57 LWM is a 2007 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 102,338 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 RF57 LWM, 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 19 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 RF57 LWM registered?

RF57 LWM is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 5 November 2007.

Is RF57 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 LWM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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