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SJ55 FEV

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

167,822 mi
Last recorded167,822 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 FEV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 167,822 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 137,629 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 134,097 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 125,626 miles

Advise yellow warning showing on instrument cluster

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 116,639 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 106,325 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 96,728 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 85,583 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 76,646 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 74,612 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 67,069 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

wipers showing deterioration.

Pass 20 Dec 2011 58,411 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 48,988 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 48,984 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 39,803 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 30,706 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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SJ55 FEV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SJ55 FEV, 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 SJ55 FEV registered?

SJ55 FEV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is SJ55 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ55 FEV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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