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BMW 535d Xdrive MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 535d Xdrive. Check any 535d Xdrive by registration number below.

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94.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.9%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 535d Xdrive — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 535d Xdrive has an average MOT pass rate of 94.8%, which is 4.9 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 535d Xdrive is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 535d Xdrive, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 535d Xdrive performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 120 vehicles

96.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

231k mi

2015

Based on 163 vehicles

95.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

202k mi

2014

Based on 215 vehicles

97.2%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

208k mi

2013

Based on 136 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 10yr

233k mi

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 535d Xdrive

BMW 535d Xdrive — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 535d Xdrive MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 535d Xdrive?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 535d Xdrive is 94.8% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 535d Xdrive?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 535d Xdrive reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.8%, the BMW 535d Xdrive is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 535d Xdrive?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 535d Xdrive?
Typical mileage for the BMW 535d Xdrive: 230,581 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 535d Xdrive to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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