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RL54 CWJ

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,439 mi
Last recorded138,439 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 CWJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 138,439 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 131,994 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 126,681 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 126,579 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 112,936 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 101,197 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 92,477 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 85,931 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 79,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 66,733 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 58,887 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 55,922 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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RL54 CWJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RL54 CWJ, 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 RL54 CWJ registered?

RL54 CWJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is RL54 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 CWJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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