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L55 ACC

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,153 mi
Last recorded153,153 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 ACC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 153,153 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 149,763 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 145,367 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 139,576 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 135,560 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 130,565 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 124,135 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 114,345 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 3 Sep 2016 114,345 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 104,644 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 93,734 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 83,751 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 73,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Aug 2012 73,146 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 59,696 miles

front to offside rear brake pipe corroded across rear floor

slight impact damage nearside front road wheel inner face

under body inspection not possible due to plastic covers

Pass 27 Aug 2010 47,325 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 38,124 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 27,714 miles

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

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

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

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

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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L55 ACC is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black 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 L55 ACC, 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

How do I check the history of L55 ACC?

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What year was L55 ACC registered?

L55 ACC is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is L55 ACC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L55 ACC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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