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RX05 ZNG

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

124,925 mi
Last recorded124,925 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 ZNG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2026 124,925 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 124,910 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2026 124,902 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 106,983 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2024 106,337 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 106,335 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner bead split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 105,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 105,230 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 100,609 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 93,946 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,152 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 83,854 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone cradle

unable too detect emissions

Pass 20 Sep 2018 79,643 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Sep 2017 75,415 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone cradle

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 72,106 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 72,103 miles

Brake performance not tested due to fault in tyre (3.7.A.1)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 68,282 miles

emissions too low for printout

Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,705 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 61,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2013 52,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 45,519 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 39,167 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Jun 2010 29,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 23,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 19,712 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 19,712 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,147 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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RX05 ZNG is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX05 ZNG, 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 RX05 ZNG?

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What year was RX05 ZNG registered?

RX05 ZNG is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is RX05 ZNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 ZNG shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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