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FB05 GXD

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

130,282 mi
Last recorded130,282 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 GXD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 130,282 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 125,215 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Fail 10 May 2025 125,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cracked split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked inner rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded around brake caliper flex joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 3 May 2024 121,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2024 121,807 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 114,225 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 105,087 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 105,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 98,417 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 95,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear child seat fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2019 92,583 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 89,179 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 85,683 miles

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

cuts in both rear tyres sidewalls

Pass 16 Apr 2016 82,084 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 82,084 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 77,837 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Offside rear tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2015 77,833 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Offside rear tyre has cut on inner sidewall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 73,862 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 70,783 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 66,870 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 60,182 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 56,579 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 50,512 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 42,726 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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FB05 GXD is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 FB05 GXD, 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 FB05 GXD registered?

FB05 GXD is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is FB05 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 GXD shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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