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HJ55 VHP

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,979 mi
Last recorded151,979 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 VHP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 151,979 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 151,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 146,193 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 25 Jul 2016 146,189 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2015 132,646 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 120,075 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 108,303 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 100,364 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 94,531 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 88,177 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 82,901 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 70,566 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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HJ55 VHP is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HJ55 VHP, 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 HJ55 VHP registered?

HJ55 VHP is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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