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SB05 AWN

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,158 mi
Last recorded130,158 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 AWN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 130,158 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 126,481 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 116,136 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 116,136 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 105,362 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 91,409 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 82,788 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 82,788 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 64,695 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 64,255 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 49,305 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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SB05 AWN is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SB05 AWN, 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 SB05 AWN registered?

SB05 AWN is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is SB05 AWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 AWN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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