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LS05 HJF

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

220,702 mi
Last recorded220,702 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 HJF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2019 220,702 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 220,702 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 216,270 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 211,601 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 202,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 202,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 194,786 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 178,067 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 158,855 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 142,904 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 113,849 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 94,432 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 66,166 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 42,540 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 HJF is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey 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 HJF, 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 HJF registered?

LS05 HJF is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is LS05 HJF safe to buy?

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