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YA57 DKF

2007 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

154,131 mi
Last recorded154,131 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA57 DKF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 154,131 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 146,471 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 139,008 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 136,454 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 131,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 127,533 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 118,827 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 110,018 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Emission result K=0.02 1/m.

Rear tyres are close to the limit.

Pass 1 Sep 2016 99,480 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 88,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 88,394 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre wall damage (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 75,523 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 51,674 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 37,688 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 23,399 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 13,859 miles

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

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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YA57 DKF is a 2007 BMW 535 in Grey 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 YA57 DKF, 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 YA57 DKF registered?

YA57 DKF is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 20 December 2007.

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