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EY55 JTU

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,642 mi
Last recorded118,642 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 JTU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 118,642 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 114,293 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 110,664 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 103,116 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 92,705 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 84,706 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 84,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 77,393 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 60,454 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 52,693 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 45,757 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 38,375 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 30,997 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 23,412 miles

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

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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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EY55 JTU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EY55 JTU, 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 EY55 JTU registered?

EY55 JTU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EY55 JTU safe to buy?

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