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YS57 GTZ

2007 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

162,306 mi
Last recorded162,306 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 535102,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 GTZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 162,306 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 159,324 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 158,756 miles

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

off side rear outer cv joint damp

rear brake discs corroded on inner face

rear suspension corroded

Pass 4 May 2023 157,975 miles

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

rear sub frame corroded

Pass 6 May 2022 153,181 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 145,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 137,342 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 129,578 miles

both front flexable brake hoses cracking

suspension low

Fail 3 May 2019 129,507 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.50 result 1.06 oil temp 84 (8.2.2.2 (a))

modified suspension fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 119,575 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 110,537 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Oil leak gear box

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2016 96,707 miles

both front and n/s/r tyres wearing slightly on inner edge

rear brakes sticking slightly

undertrays fitted, obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2015 84,727 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 73,768 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 68,644 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 67,272 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 67,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 52,326 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 52,266 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 39,085 miles

Offside 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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YS57 GTZ is a 2007 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YS57 GTZ, 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 YS57 GTZ registered?

YS57 GTZ is a 2007 BMW 535, first registered on 21 December 2007.

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