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VX05 WHF

2005 BMW 535

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,358 mi
Last recorded147,358 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 WHF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 147,358 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 128,308 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 104,627 miles

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

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

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

advised offside and nearside front tyres show advanced wear on inside edges

advised zero emmisions reading at time of test no record could be taken

Pass 17 Jun 2010 82,303 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 82,269 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake disc slight outersurface corrosion

n/s rear tyre just above legal limit

Pass 11 Apr 2009 63,367 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 63,367 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 36,981 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Apr 2007 17,129 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 WHF is a 2005 BMW 535 in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VX05 WHF, 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 WHF registered?

VX05 WHF is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is VX05 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 WHF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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