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LT05 TGJ

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,247 mi
Last recorded142,247 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 TGJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2021 142,247 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 137,321 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 134,358 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 127,792 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 121,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

engine cover and undertrays obscuring view

Pass 8 Jul 2014 115,210 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 100,446 miles

sligth judder in front brakes

Pass 24 Apr 2012 87,836 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 75,962 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)

offside front tyre has slight side wall damage

Pass 8 Mar 2010 62,473 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 44,756 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 27,652 miles

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

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 TGJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LT05 TGJ, 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.

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What year was LT05 TGJ registered?

LT05 TGJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is LT05 TGJ safe to buy?

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