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VN55 AVB

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

168,253 mi
Last recorded168,253 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 AVB
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 168,253 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 155,899 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 155,892 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 143,282 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 124,745 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 110,140 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 95,710 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2011 95,710 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 75,874 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 56,246 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,301 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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VN55 AVB is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VN55 AVB, 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 VN55 AVB registered?

VN55 AVB is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is VN55 AVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN55 AVB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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