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RK05 OCO

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

242,919 mi
Last recorded242,919 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 OCO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 242,919 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 230,811 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 212,742 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 193,079 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 161,674 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 157,261 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 145,826 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 130,125 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

os door mirror deteriorated

Pass 22 Mar 2013 130,125 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

os door mirror deteriorated

Pass 22 Mar 2012 115,629 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 96,700 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 78,226 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 66,511 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 56,240 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

both rear tyres on legal limit, recommend both replaced as soon as possible

nail in offside rear tyre

unable to check certain items due to plastic shielding

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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RK05 OCO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RK05 OCO, 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 RK05 OCO registered?

RK05 OCO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RK05 OCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 OCO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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