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EY05 FCP

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

142,085 mi
Last recorded142,085 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 FCP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 142,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2020 127,190 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 121,732 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 113,588 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 104,981 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 104,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also worn on inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also worn on inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,002 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 88,963 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 80,777 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 71,733 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 71,732 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 66,945 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 12 Aug 2011 60,234 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 51,620 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 41,430 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 39,116 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 30,957 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 FCP is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FCP, 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 FCP registered?

EY05 FCP is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is EY05 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 FCP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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