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KB54 PNX

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

189,706 mi
Last recorded189,706 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB54 PNX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 189,706 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 152,834 miles

emissions too low to register

Fail 22 Mar 2016 158,314 miles

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)

emissions too low to register

Pass 20 Mar 2015 156,297 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 156,291 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 148,173 miles

screen chipped

Pass 15 Mar 2013 141,418 miles

screen chipped

Pass 1 Mar 2012 133,415 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 123,218 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 123,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

WIPERS SMEAR==REQ 4 WHEEL ALIGN

Pass 22 Mar 2010 92,510 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 92,435 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

ENG COVERS TOP AND BOTTOM

NSR TYRE 2MM BOLD ON INNER EDGE REQ A PAIR AND FOUR WHEEL ALIGN

Pass 17 Feb 2009 64,720 miles

smoke reading to low to register

Pass 11 Mar 2008 61,742 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 61,742 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 PNX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KB54 PNX, 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 PNX registered?

KB54 PNX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 17 February 2005.

Is KB54 PNX safe to buy?

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