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KB54 JGY

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,286 mi
Last recorded167,286 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB54 JGY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 167,286 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 150,066 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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 21 Nov 2020 136,186 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 125,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 111,838 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 101,608 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 99,272 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 93,740 miles

SMOKE TEST CARRIED OUT BUT NO READING REGISTERED

Pass 16 Dec 2014 90,956 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE ON THE LEGAL LIMIT

CARRIED OUT SMOKE TEST, NO READING REGISTERED

Pass 5 Dec 2013 83,657 miles

CARRIED OUT SMOKE TEST - NO READING REGISTERED

Pass 4 Dec 2012 74,537 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 66,701 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW ON TREAD

SMOKE TEST CARRIED OUT BUT NO READING REGISTERED

Pass 13 Dec 2010 58,036 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 50,110 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 42,051 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 42,050 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 32,403 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 32,403 miles

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

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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KB54 JGY is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KB54 JGY, 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 KB54 JGY registered?

KB54 JGY is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is KB54 JGY safe to buy?

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