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TT02 NEL

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

155,123 mi
Last recorded155,123 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTT02 NEL
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 155,123 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 151,867 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 140,027 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 137,062 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 135,430 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 132,647 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 129,827 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 127,280 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 110,735 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2017 110,734 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 103,613 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 98,376 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 93,714 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 85,818 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 73,753 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 65,819 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 57,832 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2009 48,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 48,204 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 38,627 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 38,474 miles

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

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

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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TT02 NEL is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TT02 NEL, 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 TT02 NEL registered?

TT02 NEL is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is TT02 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for TT02 NEL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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