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WK05 HKE

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,929 mi
Last recorded88,929 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 HKE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 88,929 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 142,881 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

eml light on

Pass 4 Feb 2014 84,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 70,517 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 59,811 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 12 Nov 2010 46,524 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Plastic outer covers fitted,not allowing full inspection of outer body sills.

Plastic under body covers fitted,not allowing full inspection of fuel/brake pipes and inner body sills.

Pass 12 Nov 2010 46,524 miles

Plastic outer covers fitted,not allowing full inspection of outer body sills.

Plastic under body covers fitted,not allowing full inspection of fuel/brake pipes and inner body sills.

Pass 18 Nov 2009 44,410 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 39,918 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 36,477 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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WK05 HKE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HKE, 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 HKE registered?

WK05 HKE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is WK05 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK05 HKE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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