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WA05 WVJ

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

200,389 mi
Last recorded200,389 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 WVJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 200,389 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 6 Mar 2025 193,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 188,951 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 178,122 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 178,122 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 170,839 miles

slight free play in steering detected at steering wheel

Pass 17 Mar 2021 168,400 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 164,178 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 154,769 miles

oil seepage from engine/gearbox area

Pass 23 Mar 2018 151,649 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 145,903 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 145,233 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 144,174 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 122,434 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 94,944 miles

squeak rear suspension

Pass 30 Apr 2012 70,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 44,352 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 30,993 miles

All brake discs have surface corrosion.

Fail 5 May 2010 30,993 miles

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

All brake discs have surface corrosion.

Nearside front tyre has bald patch on inner edge also cuts in tread pattern ATTENTION RECOMMENDED.

Uneven tread wear on nearside front tyre.

Pass 30 Apr 2009 28,397 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 24,593 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 WVJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 WA05 WVJ, 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 WVJ registered?

WA05 WVJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is WA05 WVJ safe to buy?

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