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EY05 ELJ

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,957 mi
Last recorded37,957 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2008
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 ELJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2008 37,957 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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EY05 ELJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 EY05 ELJ, 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 EY05 ELJ registered?

EY05 ELJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is EY05 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 ELJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY05 ELJ have outstanding finance?

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