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VA66 VLB

2017 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,063 mi
Last recorded38,063 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 53549,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA66 VLB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 38,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2026 38,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 35,656 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 32,165 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 28,497 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 24,610 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 20,818 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 20,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 16,721 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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VA66 VLB is a 2017 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VA66 VLB, 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 VA66 VLB registered?

VA66 VLB is a 2017 BMW 535, first registered on 25 February 2017.

Is VA66 VLB safe to buy?

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