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RY54 PVZ

2004 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

184,064 mi
Last recorded184,064 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 PVZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 184,064 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 184,004 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 180,006 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner front (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S INNER FRONT (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 165,018 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 149,907 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 142,522 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 133,648 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 128,339 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 122,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 104,726 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 104,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Deep cut on N/S/R inner side wall, no cords exposed.

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 80,366 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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RY54 PVZ is a 2004 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RY54 PVZ, 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 RY54 PVZ registered?

RY54 PVZ is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is RY54 PVZ safe to buy?

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