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MF05 VFC

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,088 mi
Last recorded163,088 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 VFC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 163,088 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 157,023 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 144,331 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)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 144,331 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 126,155 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 11 May 2012 119,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 112,342 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 99,763 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 84,030 miles

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

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 VFC is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VFC, 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 VFC registered?

MF05 VFC is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is MF05 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 VFC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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