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RV03 BCZ

2003 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,237 mi
Last recorded103,237 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 535100,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV03 BCZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 103,237 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 103,117 miles

diff oil seal leaking

Pass 20 Feb 2022 95,846 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021

Front DISCS AND PADS REQUIRED SOON

Nearside Rear TYRE HAS BULGE ON SIDE WALL

Pass 15 Mar 2020
Pass 21 Mar 2019

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 62,190 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 60,638 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 58,307 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Fail 7 Mar 2016 58,307 miles

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

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

Items removed from drivers view

Pass 4 Mar 2015 54,802 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 52,313 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 50,117 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 48,499 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 46,628 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 44,529 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 42,188 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 42,188 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 39,737 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 39,737 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 38,129 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 34,804 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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RV03 BCZ is a 2003 BMW 535 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 100,173 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 RV03 BCZ, 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 23 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 RV03 BCZ?

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What year was RV03 BCZ registered?

RV03 BCZ is a 2003 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is RV03 BCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV03 BCZ 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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