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LS55 LXL

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

157,230 mi
Last recorded157,230 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 LXL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 157,230 miles

All brake discs slightly worn.

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 20 Dec 2022 139,182 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 127,498 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 117,882 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 6 Nov 2019 109,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 94,074 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 81,683 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 73,605 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 73,605 miles

Offside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Bonet (6.1.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 69,615 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 69,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Offside Rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 66,482 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 66,482 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 58,620 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 58,620 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 51,418 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 51,418 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 44,317 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 35,204 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 27 Nov 2009 29,406 miles

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

Fail 26 Nov 2009 29,401 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

Pass 6 Nov 2008 22,610 miles

damage to both front tyre outer sidewalls

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

Fail 5 Nov 2008 22,604 miles

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

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

damage to both front tyre outer sidewalls

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

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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LS55 LXL is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LS55 LXL, 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 LS55 LXL registered?

LS55 LXL is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is LS55 LXL safe to buy?

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