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RF05 OMZ

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

135,583 mi
Last recorded135,583 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 OMZ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 135,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 135,581 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at 2mm legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 130,409 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 128,860 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 124,421 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 117,613 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 109,988 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 97,652 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 97,594 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 80,085 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 140,785 miles

emmision no results too clean

Fail 17 Mar 2011 140,785 miles

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

emmision no results too clean

Pass 29 Oct 2010 133,506 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 102,261 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 74,323 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 47,025 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 OMZ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 OMZ, 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 RF05 OMZ registered?

RF05 OMZ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is RF05 OMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 OMZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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