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KG55 XTW

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

208,125 mi
Last recorded208,125 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG55 XTW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 208,125 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nsr (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to osr (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear parking brake only just met efficency

Under body corroded

Fail 18 Dec 2020 208,123 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nsr (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to osr (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear parking brake only just met efficency

Under body corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2017 206,773 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2017 206,397 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 191,328 miles

Rear parking brake only just met efficency

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 191,326 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 172,519 miles

Offside oil leaking

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2014 153,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2014 153,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 135,085 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 120,478 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 109,170 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 97,910 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 97,862 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm

offside front tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm

ofside rear tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm

Pass 25 Sep 2009 82,103 miles

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

cuts in tread on nearside rear tyre

cuts in tread on offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2008 65,401 miles

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

at time of test your number plates passed but this does not mean they are legal on uk roads

child seats fitted in offside and nearside rear seats restricting inspection of seat belts

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge to zero

offside front tyre worn on inner edge to zero

Fail 30 Sep 2008 65,275 miles

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

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

at time of test your number plates passed but this does not mean they are legal on uk roads

child seats fitted in offside and nearside rear seats restricting inspection of seat belts

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge to zero

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge to zero

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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KG55 XTW 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 64.7%.

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 KG55 XTW, 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 KG55 XTW registered?

KG55 XTW is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is KG55 XTW safe to buy?

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