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LG55 CWT

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,902 mi
Last recorded165,902 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 CWT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 165,902 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 165,900 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 165,856 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 149,625 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 132,224 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

zero smoke emissions

Fail 22 Nov 2013 132,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres, treads worn very low at edges.

zero smoke emissions

Pass 27 Nov 2012 109,201 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 109,201 miles

Nearside Outer Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 80,090 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 67,464 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,822 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,470 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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LG55 CWT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG55 CWT, 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 LG55 CWT registered?

LG55 CWT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LG55 CWT safe to buy?

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