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HA54 LOW

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

175,835 mi
Last recorded175,835 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHA54 LOW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 175,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slick on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material side to side pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 160,669 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 147,979 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 125,762 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 116,123 miles

Nearside Rear tyre

Offside Rear parking brake low

Pass 1 Nov 2014 112,485 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 103,977 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 103,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 103,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 92,180 miles

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

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

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

all tyres slightly perished

slight damage to nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 10 Aug 2011 81,401 miles

crack in tyre side wall

Pass 31 Aug 2010 72,805 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 59,270 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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HA54 LOW is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black 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 HA54 LOW, 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 HA54 LOW registered?

HA54 LOW is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is HA54 LOW safe to buy?

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