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K40 DOR

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

168,155 mi
Last recorded168,155 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK40 DOR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 168,155 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r floor covers fitted (1.1.11 (c))

did not lock on hand brake

Pass 8 Mar 2025 168,118 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 168,005 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 167,814 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 167,488 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 167,468 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 166,450 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 165,251 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 160,543 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 160,488 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 153,790 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 149,194 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 140,054 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 140,045 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

chip w/screen repaired?.

Pass 18 Jul 2012 125,715 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 125,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 116,617 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 116,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 98,628 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Oct 2009 84,673 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 84,673 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 63,380 miles

NOTE! emissions peak undetected,no speed peak detected

Pass 10 Oct 2007 38,558 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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K40 DOR is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey 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 K40 DOR, 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 K40 DOR registered?

K40 DOR is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is K40 DOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K40 DOR 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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