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ST05 LTA

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,994 mi
Last recorded174,994 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 LTA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2021 174,994 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2019 163,250 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 149,002 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2017 134,223 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 126,713 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 118,489 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 110,138 miles

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

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)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 94,665 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 70,602 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 70,602 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 45,042 miles

EMISSIONS LEVELS TOO LOW TO REGISTER ON THE ANALYSER

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

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

engine undertray fitted

offside front fog lamp unit missing, note; a section of the engine ducting is laying loose in the fog lamp apperture

plastic engine covers fitted preventing a full inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

Pass 8 Aug 2008 38,714 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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ST05 LTA is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ST05 LTA, 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 ST05 LTA registered?

ST05 LTA is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is ST05 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 LTA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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