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EJ05 MVE

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

181,288 mi
Last recorded181,288 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 MVE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 181,288 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 170,347 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 160,131 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 152,363 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 144,848 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 144,846 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 133,312 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 109,606 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 79,611 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 57,325 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 42,501 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 42,501 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2008 42,501 miles

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

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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EJ05 MVE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJ05 MVE, 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 EJ05 MVE registered?

EJ05 MVE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is EJ05 MVE safe to buy?

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