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LK05 RYZ

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 3430cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

163,291 mi
Last recorded163,291 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 RYZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 163,291 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2025 160,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged delaminated (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 155,122 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2024 155,122 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 12 May 2023 146,592 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 144,153 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 138,020 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 123,644 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 111,251 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 111,251 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 103,825 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 103,822 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 987,715 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 987,715 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 94,783 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 87,138 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 85,316 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 79,986 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 79,986 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 73,486 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 66,392 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 58,320 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 49,886 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 39,968 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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LK05 RYZ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,430cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LK05 RYZ, 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 LK05 RYZ registered?

LK05 RYZ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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