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RK05 UYE

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,185 mi
Last recorded102,185 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 UYE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 102,185 miles

advise osr tyre on limit

Pass 14 Aug 2017 97,765 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 91,752 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 82,373 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 66,387 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 138,897 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 138,897 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 127,460 miles

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

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

handbrake performance just passed

Pass 6 Jul 2011 111,256 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake servo and master cylinder covered ;

sills and underside covered in plastic ;

Pass 17 Jul 2010 96,085 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

movement in nearside rear lower suspension bush

Pass 29 Jun 2009 66,934 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 39,891 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 39,865 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 32,668 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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RK05 UYE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black 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 UYE, 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 UYE registered?

RK05 UYE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is RK05 UYE safe to buy?

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