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MH05 KHF

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

170,300 mi
Last recorded170,300 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 KHF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2018 170,300 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 163,159 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 154,978 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 147,903 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2015 147,903 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 141,200 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 114,601 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

passed emission test;but no printout due to very low smoke levels

Pass 11 Feb 2013 82,316 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 82,316 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 60,744 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 49,632 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,990 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,476 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 34,476 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,814 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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MH05 KHF is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey 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 MH05 KHF, 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 MH05 KHF registered?

MH05 KHF is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MH05 KHF safe to buy?

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