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SH05 XWM

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

191,101 mi
Last recorded191,101 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 XWM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2022 191,101 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 174,076 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 174,076 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 173,785 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 164,429 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Blue smoke from exhaust, turbo charger noisy

Covers preventing inspection of some items

Headlamp washers not working

Fail 17 Jan 2020 164,429 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Exhaust system insecure Mounting corroded through (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Blue smoke from exhaust, turbo charger noisy

Covers preventing inspection of some items

Headlamp washers not working

Pass 1 Nov 2018 154,920 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 152,144 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 149,987 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 142,264 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 138,531 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 125,774 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 125,774 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 110,786 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 151,643 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 129,223 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 106,561 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 106,561 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 79,194 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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SH05 XWM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SH05 XWM, 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 SH05 XWM registered?

SH05 XWM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is SH05 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 XWM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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