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LS05 GGA

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

254,279 mi
Last recorded254,279 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 GGA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 254,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 241,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight damage to inside wall (not to cords) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2017 233,493 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 May 2017 233,493 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 220,789 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 201,676 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 176,649 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 156,724 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 132,783 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 112,904 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 111,768 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2010 91,850 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 68,766 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 50,211 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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LS05 GGA is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LS05 GGA, 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 LS05 GGA registered?

LS05 GGA is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is LS05 GGA safe to buy?

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