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SJ55 SFU

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,352 mi
Last recorded126,352 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 SFU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 126,352 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 122,210 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 116,721 miles

Front bumper damage

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 116,712 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front bumper damage

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 109,220 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 98,978 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 86,213 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 82,686 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 82,686 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 66,933 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 56,849 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 47,837 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 SFU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SFU, 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 SFU registered?

SJ55 SFU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is SJ55 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ55 SFU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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