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LC05 KYN

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

128,393 mi
Last recorded128,393 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 KYN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 128,393 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 113,612 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 96,149 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 95,903 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 83,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2021
Pass 22 Feb 2021 68,390 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 64,965 miles

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))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 57,138 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 48,984 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 40,956 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 33,189 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,173 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 33,168 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 31,271 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 28,326 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 24,888 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 24,273 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 20,895 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 May 2009 18,296 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 14,687 miles

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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LC05 KYN is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LC05 KYN, 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 LC05 KYN registered?

LC05 KYN is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is LC05 KYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 KYN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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