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PX05 EWY

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

178,028 mi
Last recorded178,028 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 EWY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 178,028 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 165,568 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2022 165,519 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

TPM light on

Pass 29 Sep 2021 154,182 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2020 150,211 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2019 135,736 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2018 128,027 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2017 121,406 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2016 113,766 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 102,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 91,999 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 79,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

airbag light on

chips in screen

Pass 9 Jul 2012 78,844 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,837 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 65,840 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 53,029 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 41,370 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 41,370 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 27,785 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 24,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 24,975 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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PX05 EWY is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PX05 EWY, 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.

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What year was PX05 EWY registered?

PX05 EWY is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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