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EN05 GYO

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

159,015 mi
Last recorded159,015 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 GYO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 159,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 158,585 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 158,583 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 155,455 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 150,731 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 141,193 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 141,193 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 125,772 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 125,772 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 108,875 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 108,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 91,825 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 91,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 71,377 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 55,580 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,920 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 42,476 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 32,901 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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EN05 GYO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EN05 GYO, 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 EN05 GYO registered?

EN05 GYO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is EN05 GYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 GYO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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