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PJ55 ULO

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,979 mi
Last recorded136,979 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 ULO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 136,979 miles

Oil leak ()

egr pipe to manifold has minor leak of exhaust gases

Fail 5 Feb 2018 136,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

egr pipe to manifold has minor leak of exhaust gases

Pass 11 Feb 2017 124,408 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Jan 2017 124,339 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2016 112,452 miles

engine cover and undertrays

Pass 7 Feb 2015 109,410 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 100,261 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 98,483 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 49,542 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 87,582 miles

Oil leak

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

near side inner tyre wall has a cut not reached cord

Pass 4 Dec 2009 80,617 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 70,540 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 70,540 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 ULO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PJ55 ULO, 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 ULO registered?

PJ55 ULO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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