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SV55 UAJ

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,696 mi
Last recorded101,696 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 UAJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 101,696 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 95,596 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 88,927 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 82,438 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 77,478 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 71,782 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 67,751 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 63,392 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 57,018 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 50,741 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 42,222 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 30,140 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 17,069 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 16,043 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 13,673 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Sep 2010 11,047 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 10,008 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,483 miles

Front brake discs corroded

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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SV55 UAJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SV55 UAJ, 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 SV55 UAJ registered?

SV55 UAJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is SV55 UAJ safe to buy?

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