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YA05 YNX

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

129,032 mi
Last recorded129,032 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 YNX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 129,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 124,009 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 123,987 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Feb 2024 120,295 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 115,668 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 110,853 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 104,468 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 104,468 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2020 92,249 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 90,947 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 88,209 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 85,466 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 83,148 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 79,574 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 76,072 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 72,436 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 67,349 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 61,787 miles

Both front tyres are cracking but not showing cords.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 61,787 miles

Both front tyres are cracking but not showing cords.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 58,961 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 55,962 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 52,709 miles

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

front tyres wearing on the inner edges

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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YA05 YNX is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YA05 YNX, 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 YA05 YNX registered?

YA05 YNX is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 16 August 2005.

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The MOT history for YA05 YNX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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