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RF55 FLB

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,048 mi
Last recorded156,048 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 FLB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 156,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 141,499 miles

Front Under guards fitted obscuring some suspension components

Pass 20 May 2017 136,875 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexy pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 128,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracking on outer edge and fairly low tread

Offside Rear Slight cut on inner tyre side wall

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

Pass 21 May 2015 119,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 21 May 2015 119,317 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 May 2014 113,011 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 97,860 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 87,223 miles

full underbody covers fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2011 77,166 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 60,144 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 43,317 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 40,118 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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RF55 FLB is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RF55 FLB, 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 RF55 FLB registered?

RF55 FLB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is RF55 FLB safe to buy?

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