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LT05 NMU

2005 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

126,897 mi
Last recorded126,897 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 NMU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 126,897 miles

Both rear tyres on 3,5mm

Engine covers/undertrays

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 124,503 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 124,503 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 120,832 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 115,648 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 115,648 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 109,074 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 109,064 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 103,377 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 103,377 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 96,530 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 88,544 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 82,904 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 77,598 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 69,171 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 52,259 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 52,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front reg plat slightly inscure

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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LT05 NMU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LT05 NMU, 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 LT05 NMU registered?

LT05 NMU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is LT05 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 NMU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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