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LR55 FMX

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

127,363 mi
Last recorded127,363 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 FMX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 127,363 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 127,344 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR X 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 125,723 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 123,905 miles

Nearside Rear 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 4 Nov 2022 122,775 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 121,609 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 118,348 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 116,757 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 115,162 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 112,755 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 110,779 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 106,142 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 101,009 miles

rear tyres edges wearing

Fail 29 Jan 2013 101,009 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

rear tyres edges wearing

Fail 11 Feb 2012 88,469 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 88,469 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 82,197 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 73,097 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 46,038 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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LR55 FMX 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 84.2%.

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 LR55 FMX, 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 LR55 FMX registered?

LR55 FMX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is LR55 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 FMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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