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SP55 AOB

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

96,334 mi
Last recorded96,334 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 AOB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 96,334 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 80,986 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 78,606 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 78,606 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 76,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 74,698 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 72,984 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 70,943 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 68,729 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 66,033 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 66,033 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 62,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 62,621 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 59,138 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 55,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 52,419 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,448 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 46,654 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 42,310 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,079 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,079 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 35,846 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 35,846 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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SP55 AOB is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SP55 AOB, 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 SP55 AOB registered?

SP55 AOB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is SP55 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 AOB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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