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RL54 DZX

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,211 mi
Last recorded189,211 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 189,211 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 174,194 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 173,220 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 170,862 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 168,477 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 166,126 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 162,961 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 158,378 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 158,376 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2017 152,118 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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RL54 DZX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DZX, 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

How do I check the history of RL54 DZX?

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What year was RL54 DZX registered?

RL54 DZX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is RL54 DZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 DZX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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