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WN05 URG

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,839 mi
Last recorded143,839 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN05 URG
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 143,839 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 142,995 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 126,548 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 110,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Dec 2014 110,881 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 100,160 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2014 100,154 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 88,069 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 79,581 miles

The diesel smoke meter could not register a reading

Pass 10 Nov 2010 72,307 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 64,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

cuts in tread on nearside front tyre

cuts in tread on offside front tyre

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm (cords about to wear through)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 51,649 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 39,976 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

sound insulation loose on bonnet

Fail 9 May 2008 39,868 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

sound insulation loose on bonnet

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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WN05 URG is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WN05 URG, 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.

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What year was WN05 URG registered?

WN05 URG is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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