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RF05 JUO

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

183,527 mi
Last recorded183,527 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 JUO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 183,527 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 178,030 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 170,643 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 170,643 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 157,410 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 142,054 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

covers fitted over eng and under vehicle

nearside front jacking block miss

nearside rear seatbelt is sticky

Fail 19 Jan 2012 127,683 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 127,683 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 109,492 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

possible wheel align issues due to uneven tyre wear

Fail 19 Jan 2011 109,492 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

possible wheel align issues due to uneven tyre wear

Pass 19 Jan 2010 91,701 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 68,063 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 68,063 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 63,903 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

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

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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RF05 JUO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RF05 JUO, 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 RF05 JUO?

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What year was RF05 JUO registered?

RF05 JUO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is RF05 JUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 JUO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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