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SL17 JVD

2017 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,471 mi
Last recorded59,471 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53549,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL17 JVD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 59,471 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 47,777 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 45,323 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 42,164 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 42,163 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 38,974 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 5 Sep 2022 38,974 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,954 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 33,951 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 27,220 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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SL17 JVD is a 2017 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 49,883 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 SL17 JVD, 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 9 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 SL17 JVD registered?

SL17 JVD is a 2017 BMW 535, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is SL17 JVD safe to buy?

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