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VU07 FZM

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,062 mi
Last recorded85,062 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU07 FZM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 85,062 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 83,703 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both front shock abs bump stops deteriorated

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 82,352 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face forming band of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear tyres stepping inner edges

Pass 6 Sep 2022 80,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 80,791 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 78,533 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads approx. 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 76,325 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 73,466 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 70,356 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 64,491 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 64,444 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 59,529 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 59,529 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn low approx 3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 55,295 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers fitted obstructing view of certain mot items

nearside front wheel buckled

Pass 3 Sep 2014 49,236 miles

Inner rim distorted on N/S front wheel

O/S front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2013 42,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside wheel buckled

Pass 28 Aug 2012 36,320 miles

Inner rim distorted on N/S front wheel

Pass 5 Sep 2011 30,396 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 30,396 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 29,914 miles

Inner rim buckled on N/S front wheel

O/S front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2010 23,758 miles

inner rim damaged on N/S front wheel

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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VU07 FZM is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VU07 FZM, 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 VU07 FZM registered?

VU07 FZM is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 3 August 2007.

Is VU07 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU07 FZM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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