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WA54 SZK

2004 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,288 mi
Last recorded164,288 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 BMW 535106,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 SZK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 164,288 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 164,017 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 163,723 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 163,723 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 163,323 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front discs rusty

Pass 11 Feb 2016 140,096 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 140,096 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 133,739 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 116,617 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2014 116,617 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 109,263 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 97,637 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 84,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 69,812 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 11 Feb 2010 69,812 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

front & rear brake discs worn thin

front brake pads worn on limits to pass M.O T now

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Jan 2009 51,642 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 34,120 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 32,846 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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WA54 SZK is a 2004 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 106,549 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 WA54 SZK, 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 22 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WA54 SZK?

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What year was WA54 SZK registered?

WA54 SZK is a 2004 BMW 535, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is WA54 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA54 SZK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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