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MT05 PCO

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,407 mi
Last recorded126,407 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 PCO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 126,407 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 119,210 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 115,456 miles

Nearside Front Cut in tyre but does not appear to be deep enough to expose cords

Pass 15 Dec 2016 106,995 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 100,855 miles

rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2014 93,821 miles

slight exhaust blow front flexible pipe, fractured

surface corrosion rear brake pipes

Fail 12 Nov 2014 93,697 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

slight exhaust blow front flexible pipe, fractured

surface corrosion rear brake pipes

Pass 18 Nov 2013 86,352 miles

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

o/s front tyre very low on inner edges and cut on inner tread

slight play at power rack o/s

Pass 19 Nov 2012 80,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2012 80,862 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2011 72,643 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 55,388 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 48,320 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 48,320 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2008 40,675 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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MT05 PCO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver 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 MT05 PCO, 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 MT05 PCO registered?

MT05 PCO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is MT05 PCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 PCO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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