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V17 SHL

2007 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,529 mi
Last recorded77,529 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV17 SHL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 77,529 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 77,529 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 75,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 74,388 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 73,346 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 71,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 70,213 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 68,434 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 64,889 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,243 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 57,759 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 52,674 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 47,972 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 41,672 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 36,141 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 28,998 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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V17 SHL is a 2007 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 V17 SHL, 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 V17 SHL registered?

V17 SHL is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 20 March 2007.

Is V17 SHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V17 SHL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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