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MK05 FCU

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,241 mi
Last recorded87,241 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 FCU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 87,241 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 17 Jan 2013 76,080 miles

All brake pipes are applied with copper slip coating pipe completely

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jan 2013 76,080 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Airbag warning lamp on

All brake pipes are applied with copper slip coating pipe completely

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2012 599,985 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 59,975 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 54,083 miles

airbag light on

rear numberplate delaminating

Pass 10 Feb 2010 46,207 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 36,796 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 28,421 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 28,421 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

front tyres have bald edges

n/s/r seat belt buckle damaged

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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MK05 FCU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK05 FCU, 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 MK05 FCU registered?

MK05 FCU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MK05 FCU safe to buy?

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