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VN05 LOA

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

117,722 mi
Last recorded117,722 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 LOA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 117,722 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 117,688 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

dpf has new bolts no evidence of tampering.

Pass 12 Nov 2024 117,282 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 117,281 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 116,301 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 115,746 miles

Central Front Lower oil leak

Central Rear Upper stop lamp some leds in-op

front ant-roll bar corroded

o/s and n/s front brake pipes corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2021 114,677 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 112,907 miles

Central Front Lower OIL LEAK

low emitter detected

o/s and n/s front tyre tread low

Pass 6 Nov 2019 110,714 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 110,714 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 107,396 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 104,817 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 102,698 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 99,900 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 99,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2012 96,322 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 96,144 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 89,249 miles

Couple of LEDS out on top brake light

both front arm bushes splitting

Fail 7 Apr 2010 82,572 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 82,572 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 75,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 69,294 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN 4/6/2MM 245/40/18

REAR BRAKE PADS ON APPROX 3/4MM

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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VN05 LOA is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VN05 LOA, 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 VN05 LOA registered?

VN05 LOA is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is VN05 LOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN05 LOA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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