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LG05 GMX

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

166,638 mi
Last recorded166,638 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 GMX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 166,638 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 139,621 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 136,139 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 136,123 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 130,648 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 125,211 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 117,702 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 107,296 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 97,345 miles

both front tyres wearing low

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

offside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

plastic undershields fitted to vechicle not allowing full inspection of some conpoments

Pass 27 Feb 2012 87,396 miles

Front and rear number plates delaminated

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 74,225 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edges

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)

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

Oil leak

Fail 4 Feb 2011 74,225 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front tyres worn on outer edges

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)

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

Oil leak

Undertray retaining screws missing

Pass 3 Feb 2010 63,382 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 3 Feb 2010 63,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 54,333 miles

covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,497 miles

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

covers fitted

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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LG05 GMX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LG05 GMX, 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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What year was LG05 GMX registered?

LG05 GMX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is LG05 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 GMX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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