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KB05 KWT

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

125,986 mi
Last recorded125,986 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB05 KWT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 125,986 miles

T/OVER FAST !!,,((3.00-default)) P3,,255/40/18 X 2 REARS & 245/40/18 X 2 FRONTS,,,,17 YR OLD /MILES,,,,,,,,,,

Fail 31 Aug 2022 125,986 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

T/OVER FAST !!,,((3.00-default)) P3,,255/40/18 X 2 REARS & 245/40/18 X 2 FRONTS,,,,17 YR OLD /MILES,,,,,,,,,,

Pass 16 Aug 2021 123,611 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 111,853 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 105,976 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Under body splash panels fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2018 98,403 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 93,244 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 89,463 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 83,180 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 77,106 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 68,687 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 61,790 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 56,503 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 52,124 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 42,760 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 31,530 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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KB05 KWT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KB05 KWT, 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 KB05 KWT registered?

KB05 KWT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is KB05 KWT safe to buy?

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