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VX05 UJY

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

176,807 mi
Last recorded176,807 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 UJY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 176,807 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 168,358 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 168,358 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 160,394 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 152,995 miles

o/s/r tyre has slight outer side wall damage

Pass 23 Mar 2012 140,305 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 122,110 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 106,793 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 112,538 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 67,315 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre and also tyre wearing low

Pass 9 May 2008 57,638 miles

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

Pass 8 May 2007 45,666 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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VX05 UJY is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VX05 UJY, 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 VX05 UJY registered?

VX05 UJY is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is VX05 UJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 UJY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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