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MH54 HLG

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

223,209 mi
Last recorded223,209 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH54 HLG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 223,209 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 205,753 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 191,796 miles

slight play os steering rack

Fail 1 Mar 2016 191,795 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play os steering rack

Pass 18 Mar 2015 176,487 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 160,758 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 160,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 142,258 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 133,943 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 120,837 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 107,758 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 106,631 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 86,431 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 64,288 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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MH54 HLG is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MH54 HLG, 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 MH54 HLG registered?

MH54 HLG is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is MH54 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH54 HLG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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