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EK55 LCM

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,939 mi
Last recorded19,939 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 LCM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 19,939 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 19,018 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 15,998 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 15,662 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 15,617 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 15,608 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,575 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 15,404 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 14,830 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 14,751 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 13,970 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 13,693 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 12,860 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 12,259 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 11,709 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,846 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 10,363 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,114 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 6,750 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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EK55 LCM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK55 LCM, 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

How do I check the history of EK55 LCM?

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What year was EK55 LCM registered?

EK55 LCM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is EK55 LCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 LCM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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