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W33 STD

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,587 mi
Last recorded134,587 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW33 STD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 134,587 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 132,834 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nsf lower rear wishbone has play in the ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 130,609 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 130,609 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 127,877 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 124,023 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 121,077 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 118,786 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 116,502 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 113,854 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 107,307 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 100,980 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 100,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 100,510 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 87,218 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 87,218 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 83,678 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers poor operation

Pass 24 Aug 2011 73,544 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 61,235 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 48,585 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 39,587 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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W33 STD is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W33 STD, 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

How do I check the history of W33 STD?

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What year was W33 STD registered?

W33 STD is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is W33 STD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W33 STD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W33 STD have outstanding finance?

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