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MF05 VEV

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

195,595 mi
Last recorded195,595 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 VEV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 195,595 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 194,115 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 188,029 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 187,999 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 174,775 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 158,320 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 152,819 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 137,467 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2013 137,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 119,267 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 103,971 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 103,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 85,727 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 68,171 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 53,789 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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MF05 VEV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF05 VEV, 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 MF05 VEV registered?

MF05 VEV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MF05 VEV safe to buy?

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