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LR05 EHM

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

234,752 mi
Last recorded234,752 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 EHM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 234,752 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 225,170 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 225,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 220,505 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 217,861 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 211,299 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 191,336 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 168,685 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 136,909 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 101,993 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 101,827 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 74,265 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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LR05 EHM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LR05 EHM, 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

How do I check the history of LR05 EHM?

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What year was LR05 EHM registered?

LR05 EHM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is LR05 EHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 EHM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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