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R11 WCT

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,674 mi
Last recorded146,674 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR11 WCT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 146,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2016 146,612 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear and bald on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 125,562 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 107,554 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 90,195 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 69,282 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 69,282 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 56,855 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 50,934 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 44,476 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 35,358 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2008 35,358 miles

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

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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R11 WCT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R11 WCT, 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 R11 WCT registered?

R11 WCT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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