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EJ55 VAM

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,962 mi
Last recorded147,962 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 VAM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 147,962 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 142,197 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 139,176 miles

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

Nearside front tyre looks to be worn due to rubbing but no evidence of contact on inner arch

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 133,107 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 24 Sep 2018 124,028 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 119,633 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 119,633 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 107,523 miles

Sidewall damage NSR tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2015 78,558 miles

No acceleration detected on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2015 78,558 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

No acceleration detected on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 64,226 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 59,332 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 54,501 miles

n/s handbrake efficency low

Fail 10 Dec 2010 50,040 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 50,040 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 36,041 miles

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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EJ55 VAM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ55 VAM, 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 EJ55 VAM registered?

EJ55 VAM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is EJ55 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 VAM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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