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VX05 ZBT

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

207,476 mi
Last recorded207,476 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 207,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 192,643 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 179,552 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 164,640 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 164,640 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 149,964 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 132,640 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 132,384 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 114,480 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 100,385 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres wearing on outter edges

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Sep 2010 87,434 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 77,937 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 77,937 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 63,778 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 63,552 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 63,552 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 39,360 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 ZBT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 VX05 ZBT, 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.

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What year was VX05 ZBT registered?

VX05 ZBT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is VX05 ZBT safe to buy?

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