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LG55 FKZ

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,573 mi
Last recorded110,573 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 FKZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 110,573 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 105,552 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front upper top mounts worn

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

Fail 15 Mar 2024 105,552 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front upper top mounts worn

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 101,078 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES OFF/SIDE AND NEAR/SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 95,380 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front bonnet struts to weak to hold bonnet open

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured wing repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread 245/45/18 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 89,984 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 89,979 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 85,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 79,627 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2017 74,875 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 68,818 miles

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

center brake light not working but may not be wired up therefore benefit is given to presenter

Fail 13 Aug 2016 68,807 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working tailgate wiring fault (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working tailgate wiring fault (1.1.C.1d)

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

center brake light not working but may not be wired up therefore benefit is given to presenter

Pass 3 Jul 2015 65,757 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 60,557 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 56,516 miles

sill covers

Pass 8 Aug 2012 54,606 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 54,606 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 48,628 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 42,739 miles

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Aug 2009 38,887 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 FKZ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG55 FKZ, 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 FKZ registered?

LG55 FKZ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is LG55 FKZ safe to buy?

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