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PJ55 KDU

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

198,801 mi
Last recorded198,801 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 198,801 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 196,533 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 187,853 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 179,763 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Slight oil leak under engine bay.

Vehicle under-trays (covers) fitted not allowing full inspection of under-body..

Pass 1 Jun 2019 178,796 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 172,587 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 167,105 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 161,558 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 158,742 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 148,308 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2013 137,721 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 127,558 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 115,424 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 105,537 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 105,537 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 94,534 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 80,772 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 KDU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KDU, 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 KDU registered?

PJ55 KDU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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