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WF55 JRU

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

163,849 mi
Last recorded163,849 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 JRU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 163,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Feb 2026 163,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 158,921 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight inner rack play both offside and nearside ()

Fail 31 Jan 2025 158,921 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint dustcover detached (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight inner rack play both offside and nearside ()

Pass 2 Feb 2024 153,749 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm main bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Reverse light not working

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front arm ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm main bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Outer gaiter perished cracking slightly seeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 149,849 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Feb 2023 149,847 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 May 2021 141,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 May 2020 139,379 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 134,456 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 128,617 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 121,027 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 116,227 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 116,217 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bush in hub (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 109,682 miles

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 6 Jul 2014 101,484 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 101,484 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 87,934 miles

no emissions print out due to tester not picking up flow very clean out put

Pass 14 Jun 2012 77,337 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 70,995 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 61,080 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 51,547 miles

both rear tyres nearly on limit

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

nearside rear wheel rim slightly damsged

offside front tyre wearing on out side edge

plastic panel coveing underside of vehicle

Pass 5 Nov 2008 27,815 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 18,838 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 18,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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WF55 JRU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 WF55 JRU, 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 WF55 JRU registered?

WF55 JRU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is WF55 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF55 JRU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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