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LN55 SCV

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,809 mi
Last recorded115,809 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 SCV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 115,809 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 115,797 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S outer sidewalls badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 104,620 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 104,612 miles

Brake performance not tested due to brake pipe leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system area chalked (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 103,614 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2021 103,508 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 incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 103,019 miles

BOTH windscreen wipers lightly smearing

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 101,252 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 93,643 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 89,122 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Aug 2017 89,083 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jul 2016 80,982 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 73,248 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 64,045 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 59,749 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 54,582 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 9 Sep 2011 49,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 49,107 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 42,041 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,929 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 26,031 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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LN55 SCV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LN55 SCV, 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 LN55 SCV registered?

LN55 SCV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is LN55 SCV safe to buy?

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