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MF05 XOT

2005 BMW 535

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,130 mi
Last recorded122,130 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 XOT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 122,130 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 119,440 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 107,724 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 95,751 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 85,787 miles

Abnormal inside tyre wear front tyres in general.

Advise sporadic side light fault offside front side light,one of two lamps operating when tested.

Bodywork damage around vehicle.

Covers fitted to vehicle.

Low smoke emitter unable to print results.

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Sporadic bulb warning on dashboard.

Fail 28 Mar 2012 85,650 miles

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

Abnormal inside tyre wear front tyres in general.

Advise sporadic side light fault offside front side light,one of two lamps operating when tested.

Bodywork damage around vehicle.

Covers fitted to vehicle.

Low smoke emitter unable to print results.

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Sporadic bulb warning on dashboard.

Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,946 miles

Covers fitted to vehicle.

Cut to nearside rear tyre outer tyre wall.

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

Low smoke emitter unable to print results.

Noises from suspect steering column area advise further investigation.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake discs slightly lipped.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 61,393 miles

Covers fitted to vehicle

Cut to nearside rear tyre outer tyre wall

Offside rear tyre on the limit,inside tyre wear strong advise

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

Fail 19 Mar 2010 61,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted to vehicle

Cut to nearside rear tyre outer tyre wall

Offside rear tyre on the limit,inside tyre wear strong advise

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 49,060 miles

shield fitted to car

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 XOT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 XOT, 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 MF05 XOT registered?

MF05 XOT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is MF05 XOT safe to buy?

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