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PJ55 DTU

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

139,456 mi
Last recorded139,456 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 DTU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 139,456 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 130,342 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 113,345 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 108,095 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 105,414 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 102,373 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 97,764 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 95,101 miles

o/s rear brake slight bind

Pass 29 Apr 2017 92,412 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 89,447 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 84,760 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 76,852 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 68,936 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 66,766 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 66,766 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 58,271 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 47 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 39,555 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 30,901 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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PJ55 DTU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PJ55 DTU, 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 PJ55 DTU registered?

PJ55 DTU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is PJ55 DTU safe to buy?

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