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SH54 BEN

2004 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,710 mi
Last recorded89,710 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 BEN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2017 89,710 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 87,130 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 80,273 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 77,860 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Service light on

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 72,378 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 63,853 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 55,579 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 48,793 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 44,169 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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SH54 BEN is a 2004 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SH54 BEN, 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

How do I check the history of SH54 BEN?

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What year was SH54 BEN registered?

SH54 BEN is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is SH54 BEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH54 BEN shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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