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GU05 BYW

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,772 mi
Last recorded94,772 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 BYW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 94,772 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 86,333 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 80,164 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 75,240 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 70,219 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 67,612 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 66,351 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 65,190 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 62,426 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 60,886 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 58,894 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 56,675 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 50,761 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 50,761 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 47,463 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,244 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 35,764 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 29,664 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 29,664 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,142 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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GU05 BYW is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU05 BYW, 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 GU05 BYW registered?

GU05 BYW is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is GU05 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 BYW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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