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MM55 VOB

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,533 mi
Last recorded138,533 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 VOB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 138,533 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 128,208 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 121,248 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 115,765 miles

Rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 15 Feb 2022 102,065 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 101,807 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 101,192 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 99,315 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 97,764 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 96,440 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 94,889 miles

Offside Rear Inner tyre worn

Pass 16 Feb 2015 91,938 miles

nearside and offside front tyre are wearing low on inner and outter tread

offside rear tyre is bald on inner edge of tread

Pass 19 Feb 2014 88,477 miles

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge and nail in tread

Pass 28 Feb 2013 84,436 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2012 78,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 72,686 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 64,248 miles

n/side and o/side rear tyres worn low inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2009 60,832 miles

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

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

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

Rear 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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MM55 VOB is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MM55 VOB, 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 MM55 VOB registered?

MM55 VOB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is MM55 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM55 VOB shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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