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YB05 KZE

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,267 mi
Last recorded147,267 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 KZE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 147,267 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 139,612 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 128,651 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2017 128,642 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2016 116,971 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre damaged on sidewall, no cords exposed

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

undertrays fitted to vehicle, obscuring components

Fail 27 May 2016 116,924 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre damaged on sidewall, no cords exposed

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

undertrays fitted to vehicle, obscuring components

Pass 24 Jun 2015 108,853 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 99,960 miles

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

Offside 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)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 91,144 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge and slight cut in outer wall

Pass 14 Jun 2012 82,598 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 70,564 miles

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)

Pass 5 May 2010 58,796 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Apr 2009 46,234 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 29,789 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 21,459 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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YB05 KZE is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YB05 KZE, 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 YB05 KZE registered?

YB05 KZE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 19 July 2005.

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