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LD05 UPO

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

147,030 mi
Last recorded147,030 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 UPO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 147,030 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 147,030 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 135,056 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 135,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 125,901 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 125,901 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 112,687 miles

under trays/sill covers/engine cover fitted

Fail 24 Jun 2020 112,686 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

under trays/sill covers/engine cover fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2019 107,502 miles

Central Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Under vehicle full covers fitted obscuring components

Fail 5 Jun 2019 107,502 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Under vehicle full covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 1 May 2019 107,112 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

engine cover/under trays/sill covers fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2019 107,112 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

engine cover/under trays/sill covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2018 102,796 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))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 93,123 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 86,610 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 84,042 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 81,539 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 78,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sign Of Corrosion Rear Anti-Roll Bar

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2013 78,206 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 70,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pad(s) worn

Pass 25 Mar 2011 65,733 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

no access to underbody due to covers

Pass 20 Mar 2010 60,002 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 48,074 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 35,641 miles

Offside 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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LD05 UPO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LD05 UPO, 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 LD05 UPO registered?

LD05 UPO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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