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LM05 VVB

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

97,440 mi
Last recorded97,440 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 VVB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 97,440 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2025 72,487 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 48,121 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 45,820 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 44,493 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 41,843 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 41,715 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components,engine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 17 Apr 2018 39,867 miles

engine shields fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,751 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 36,980 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 34,836 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 31,280 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 26,715 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 26,715 miles

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 22,437 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 17,332 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 12,985 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,691 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,542 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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LM05 VVB is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LM05 VVB, 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 LM05 VVB registered?

LM05 VVB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is LM05 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 VVB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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