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GX55 AXV

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

105,175 mi
Last recorded105,175 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 AXV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 105,175 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Frontmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Feb 2026 105,164 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Frontmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2025 97,422 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 89,730 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 84,795 miles

Both headlamp lenses are cloudy

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 83,048 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 78,426 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 74,327 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 69,683 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 64,307 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 64,303 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 58,505 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 51,270 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 44,867 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 39,843 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,252 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,006 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 27,915 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 24,405 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 24,405 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,362 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 16,979 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear 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 22 Aug 2008 16,979 miles

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

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

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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GX55 AXV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GX55 AXV, 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 GX55 AXV registered?

GX55 AXV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is GX55 AXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX55 AXV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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