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V13 DYL

2007 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

192,826 mi
Last recorded192,826 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV13 DYL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 192,826 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 184,794 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 180,792 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 5mm tread but wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edge but on 4mm tread centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 175,896 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 175,896 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 154,647 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 144,172 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 144,172 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 123,189 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 113,221 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 103,605 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 93,049 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 82,431 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 82,431 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Bulb warning on dash but all lights appear to be working

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 75,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions readings too low to register

Fail 16 Jul 2014 75,228 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions readings too low to register

Fail 26 Sep 2013 66,849 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 66,849 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,977 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 31,243 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,239 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 22,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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V13 DYL is a 2007 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 102,338 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 V13 DYL, 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 19 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 V13 DYL registered?

V13 DYL is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 13 August 2007.

Is V13 DYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V13 DYL shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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