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VX55 TBO

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,171 mi
Last recorded123,171 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 TBO
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 123,171 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and both side. (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 May 2017 114,262 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 105,901 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 100,104 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 94,775 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 91,423 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 83,758 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2012 83,725 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 72,663 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 72,663 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 56,804 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn more on inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2009 43,920 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 29,499 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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VX55 TBO is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VX55 TBO, 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 VX55 TBO registered?

VX55 TBO is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VX55 TBO safe to buy?

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