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PLZ 8994

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

212,577 mi
Last recorded212,577 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 8994
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 212,577 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2025 212,570 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 210,917 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 210,854 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 210,413 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 201,521 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 200,755 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 191,661 miles
Fail 27 May 2022
Pass 5 Apr 2021 184,143 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 170,700 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 163,714 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 163,584 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 149,240 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 124,530 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 124,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 115,693 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 104,838 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 96,258 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on indicating a fault

Fail 28 Feb 2012 96,258 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 8994 is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PLZ 8994, 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 PLZ 8994 registered?

PLZ 8994 is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is PLZ 8994 safe to buy?

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