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SW55 BCK

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,025 mi
Last recorded141,025 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 BCK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 141,025 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 134,627 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 128,136 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 122,639 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 122,633 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected also steering active warning light on (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2021 121,119 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 118,312 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 114,533 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 107,064 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 97,632 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Oct 2017 97,632 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 89,950 miles

front brake pads down to 1/3rd

front tyre treads wearing low

Pass 22 Sep 2015 82,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear have nail

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 74,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 68,545 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 65,681 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 65,681 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 60,415 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 53,389 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 46,986 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 35,384 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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SW55 BCK is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SW55 BCK, 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

How do I check the history of SW55 BCK?

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What year was SW55 BCK registered?

SW55 BCK is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SW55 BCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 BCK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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