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FL55 CPE

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

159,242 mi
Last recorded159,242 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 CPE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 159,242 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 158,332 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 156,823 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 154,535 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 152,434 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 147,631 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 133,201 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

complete inspection of underside not possible because of undertrays

Pass 16 Sep 2016 125,037 miles

Nearside Front brake pad sensor adrift

Fail 12 Sep 2016 125,036 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Nearside Front brake pad sensor adrift

Pass 24 Aug 2015 114,318 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 101,179 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 86,874 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 76,574 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 66,970 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,940 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 48,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2008 37,772 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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FL55 CPE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black 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 FL55 CPE, 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 FL55 CPE registered?

FL55 CPE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is FL55 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 CPE 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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