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GY05 DBZ

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

210,291 mi
Last recorded210,291 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 DBZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 210,291 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 187,596 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 167,547 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 94,606 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 93,092 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

Fail 21 Dec 2013 93,092 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2012 82,942 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 74,940 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 68,720 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 62,320 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 56,459 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 52,463 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 52,333 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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GY05 DBZ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GY05 DBZ, 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 GY05 DBZ registered?

GY05 DBZ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is GY05 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 DBZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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