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MP55 CTO

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

167,814 mi
Last recorded167,814 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP55 CTO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 167,814 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 167,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2024 159,127 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 151,927 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear cv boot slightly leak

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 151,927 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear cv boot slightly leak

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 144,154 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 144,154 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 142,620 miles

view obstructed by under covers

Pass 30 Sep 2015 125,344 miles

Advise engine & under covers fitted.

Advise parking brake only just met requirements.

Advise slight gearbox leak.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 100,003 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 100,003 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 96,145 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 93,751 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 88,508 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic cover under vehicle

Pass 29 Nov 2010 147,889 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 137,231 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 110,275 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front 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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MP55 CTO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MP55 CTO, 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 MP55 CTO registered?

MP55 CTO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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