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FY55 MPF

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,168 mi
Last recorded111,168 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 MPF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 111,168 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 111,151 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 103,441 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 94,569 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 89,543 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 81,136 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 75,526 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 68,637 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 62,865 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 56,686 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 46,136 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 46,136 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 36,895 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 35,516 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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FY55 MPF is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY55 MPF, 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 FY55 MPF registered?

FY55 MPF is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is FY55 MPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 MPF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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