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RF05 ZGR

2005 BMW 535

Green Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

198,989 mi
Last recorded198,989 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 ZGR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 198,989 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 198,826 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 198,454 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2023 186,600 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2022 186,027 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2020 184,891 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 182,545 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2018 181,326 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2017 176,760 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2016 171,169 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 166,956 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 159,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2014 159,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 150,954 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 140,602 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 129,495 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 129,495 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 97,508 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 54,022 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 34,742 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 33,813 miles

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

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

a.damage to front bumper

a.rear pads worn

a.starter motor sounds sluggish

Fail 14 May 2008 33,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

a.damage to front bumper

a.rear pads worn

a.starter motor sounds sluggish

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 ZGR is a 2005 BMW 535 in Green with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ZGR, 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 RF05 ZGR registered?

RF05 ZGR is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is RF05 ZGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 ZGR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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