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RX54 YZY

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,483 mi
Last recorded134,483 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 YZY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 134,483 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 130,738 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 100,268 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 93,019 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 82,163 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 82,152 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 78,901 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 78,901 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 76,654 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 69,138 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 66,576 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 60,190 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 59,031 miles

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

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

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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RX54 YZY is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RX54 YZY, 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 RX54 YZY registered?

RX54 YZY is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is RX54 YZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 YZY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX54 YZY have outstanding finance?

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