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LJ55 EHO

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,878 mi
Last recorded126,878 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 EHO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 126,878 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 116,949 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 103,023 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 93,603 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 85,324 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 76,590 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 66,520 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 59,345 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 50,781 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 50,775 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 40,192 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 32,407 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 22,460 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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LJ55 EHO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ55 EHO, 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 LJ55 EHO registered?

LJ55 EHO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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