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LG55 YSW

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,700 mi
Last recorded159,700 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 YSW
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 159,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 154,030 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 154,030 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 146,756 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Nov 2017 146,755 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 134,591 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 122,288 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 122,287 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 114,126 miles

Both Front Tyres Wearing on Edges & Close to Limit

N/S/R Tyre Worn Close to Limit

Fail 26 Nov 2014 114,060 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Both Front Tyres Wearing on Edges & Close to Limit

N/S/R Tyre Worn Close to Limit

Pass 27 Nov 2013 103,786 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 92,960 miles

Airbag Light On

N/S/F Tyre Worn on Edges & Close to Limit

N/S/R Tyre Wearing on Inner Edge

O/S/F Tyre Worn on Outer Edge & Close to Limit

Pass 29 Nov 2011 84,469 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 73,620 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 63,959 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 53,967 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 YSW is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YSW, 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 LG55 YSW registered?

LG55 YSW is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is LG55 YSW safe to buy?

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