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K16 UKE

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,009 mi
Last recorded171,009 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 UKE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 171,009 miles

Front Lower UNDER TRAYS FITTED UNDERNATH

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE WORNE FROM INSIAD

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear TYRE WORNE FROM INSIAD

Fail 1 Jul 2019 171,008 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Front Lower UNDER TRAYS FITTED UNDERNATH

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE WORNE FROM INSIAD

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear TYRE WORNE FROM INSIAD

Pass 12 Jan 2018 170,111 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 158,234 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 14 Jan 2016 132,101 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 132,101 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 131,837 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 114,513 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 89,048 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 68,487 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 68,470 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 56,552 miles

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

front rear no plates large gap

Pass 29 Jul 2009 45,656 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 34,508 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 25,239 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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K16 UKE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K16 UKE, 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 K16 UKE registered?

K16 UKE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is K16 UKE safe to buy?

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