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LD05 URB

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,087 mi
Last recorded120,087 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 120,087 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 116,673 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 111,969 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn inner (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2024 110,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 106,104 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2023 106,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2021 96,020 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 93,449 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 88,508 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess cords slightly exposed (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 83,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 78,424 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 74,004 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 67,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 64,116 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front exhaust flexible joint slightly deteriorated

offside rear road wheel inside edge slightly dented

Pass 14 Dec 2012 58,275 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 54,250 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 54,250 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 50,041 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 41,671 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,671 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 34,685 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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LD05 URB 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 85.7%.

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 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 LD05 URB, 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.

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LD05 URB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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