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XO04 ZEN

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,305 mi
Last recorded139,305 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXO04 ZEN
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 139,305 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 136,777 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 127,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 121,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 121,086 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre bold on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 114,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2013 114,532 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 99,740 miles

tyres worn

Pass 19 Aug 2011 88,588 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 76,663 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 65,009 miles

Front 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 2 Sep 2008 51,817 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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XO04 ZEN is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XO04 ZEN, 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

How do I check the history of XO04 ZEN?

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What year was XO04 ZEN registered?

XO04 ZEN is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is XO04 ZEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for XO04 ZEN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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