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RV55 EXM

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

180,048 mi
Last recorded180,048 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 EXM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 180,048 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 167,394 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 167,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 162,611 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 153,886 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 147,434 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 142,505 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 133,344 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 124,378 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 116,427 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 101,953 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 94,815 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 88,113 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 88,113 miles

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 78,164 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2012 78,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2011 66,846 miles

Both rear tyres tread worn down to 3 mm in places

N/S/F run flat tyre has had a puncture repaired.

Fail 5 Apr 2011 66,863 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Both rear tyres tread worn down to 3 mm in places

N/S/F run flat tyre has had a puncture repaired.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 51,683 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 51,683 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 47,950 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 45,460 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 38,085 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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RV55 EXM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RV55 EXM, 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 RV55 EXM registered?

RV55 EXM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is RV55 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 EXM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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