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SC15 XBA

2014 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,712 mi
Last recorded43,712 miles
Recorded on31 May 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 53566,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC15 XBA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2026 43,712 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 34,458 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 34,458 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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SC15 XBA is a 2014 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2014 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 66,759 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SC15 XBA, 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 12 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC15 XBA registered?

SC15 XBA is a 2014 BMW 535, first registered on 1 January 2014.

Is SC15 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC15 XBA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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