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WA05 WHX

2005 BMW 535

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,232 mi
Last recorded139,232 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 WHX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 139,232 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2017 131,890 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 125,002 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 125,001 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 122,345 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 120,045 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 120,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 109,708 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2013 109,708 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 99,969 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2011 86,704 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 80,730 miles

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2010 80,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2009 70,968 miles

centre rear seat belt stalk defective

drivers sear belt has fluffing to webbing

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

there was no measurable amount of smoke emitted from the exhaust

Pass 30 Jul 2008 55,210 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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WA05 WHX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WA05 WHX, 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 WA05 WHX registered?

WA05 WHX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is WA05 WHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 WHX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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