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RF05 KTX

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,924 mi
Last recorded98,924 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 98,924 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 82,332 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 80,036 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 74,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 68,401 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 63,949 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 61,285 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 61,284 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed INER EDGE 245 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Dec 2018 56,880 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,658 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 49,615 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 49,615 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 45,583 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 41,115 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 35,832 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 30,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 22,814 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 21,729 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 14,752 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,236 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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RF05 KTX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RF05 KTX, 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 KTX?

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What year was RF05 KTX registered?

RF05 KTX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is RF05 KTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 KTX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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