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L40 BPM

2005 BMW 535

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,520 mi
Last recorded94,520 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL40 BPM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 94,520 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 98,151 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 67,297 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 39,266 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 24,928 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 24,927 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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L40 BPM is a 2005 BMW 535 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 L40 BPM, 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 L40 BPM registered?

L40 BPM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is L40 BPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L40 BPM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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