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PLZ 8224

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

264,635 mi
Last recorded264,635 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 8224
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 264,635 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 258,020 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2023 253,386 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 253,356 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2021 242,534 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 218,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 208,861 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 196,192 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 62,679 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 520,554 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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PLZ 8224 is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PLZ 8224, 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

How do I check the history of PLZ 8224?

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What year was PLZ 8224 registered?

PLZ 8224 is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is PLZ 8224 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLZ 8224 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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