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GD05 OEP

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

214,809 mi
Last recorded214,809 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 OEP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 214,809 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 197,818 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 197,105 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 178,723 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 165,739 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 148,529 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 143,800 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 141,121 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 140,790 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 130,739 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 100,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 100,514 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 87,903 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 81,279 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 81,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 75,086 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 75,082 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 66,923 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 59,537 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 49,100 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008

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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GD05 OEP is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GD05 OEP, 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 GD05 OEP registered?

GD05 OEP is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is GD05 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 OEP shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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