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DU05 FDX

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

173,533 mi
Last recorded173,533 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 FDX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 173,533 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 168,566 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 158,390 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 144,657 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 136,724 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 122,984 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 112,950 miles

both rear tyres have very low tread (border pas).

Pass 30 Oct 2012 102,083 miles

lazy park brake.

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge.

o/s rear brake pipe corroded (above rear subframe).

Fail 9 Aug 2011 87,677 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s front shocker damp.

Pass 9 Aug 2011 87,677 miles

n/s front shocker damp.

Pass 15 Jun 2010 71,555 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 57,196 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 41,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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DU05 FDX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 105,416 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 DU05 FDX, 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 21 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 DU05 FDX registered?

DU05 FDX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is DU05 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU05 FDX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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