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RJ54 FKW

2004 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

168,862 mi
Last recorded168,862 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ54 FKW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 168,862 miles

Rear grease around both outer c/v boots

Pass 19 Oct 2015 148,622 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 139,310 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 128,330 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 113,016 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 103,512 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 103,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wheel alingment (may) needed.

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge.

Pass 29 Apr 2010 90,587 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 90,587 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 77,604 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2008 66,745 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 63,494 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 47,243 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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RJ54 FKW is a 2004 BMW 535 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RJ54 FKW, 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 RJ54 FKW registered?

RJ54 FKW is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 6 October 2004.

Is RJ54 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ54 FKW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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