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KA54 OGV

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

135,040 mi
Last recorded135,040 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA54 OGV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 135,040 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 135,040 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 134,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 131,997 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 131,987 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 130,031 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 126,266 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 122,934 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 122,934 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 119,593 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 119,593 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 115,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside non obligatory side light inoperative

offside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Aug 2012 109,982 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 104,228 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 97,030 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 88,674 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 74,021 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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KA54 OGV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KA54 OGV, 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 KA54 OGV registered?

KA54 OGV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 17 February 2005.

Is KA54 OGV safe to buy?

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