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WK05 GDE

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

461,875 mi
Last recorded461,875 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 GDE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 461,875 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 423,948 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 397,313 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 375,418 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 344,967 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Feb 2017 192,061 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 177,281 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 161,174 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 148,571 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 134,096 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 116,562 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 116,562 miles

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

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Mar 2011 100,786 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 83,499 miles

Couple of LEDS out on top brake light

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2010 83,499 miles

Couple of LEDS out on top brake light

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2009 65,112 miles

FRONT TYRES ON 3/5/2MM

REAR TYRES ON 2MM

Pass 21 Apr 2008 49,264 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 45,994 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 45,994 miles

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

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

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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WK05 GDE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WK05 GDE, 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 WK05 GDE registered?

WK05 GDE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WK05 GDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK05 GDE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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