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YF05 PFA

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

174,654 mi
Last recorded174,654 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 PFA
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 174,654 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 174,277 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 172,480 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 155,226 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 145,969 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 138,816 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 216,949 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid reservoir not visible due to cover fitted

n/s/f tyre has cuts on outer side wall

n/s/f wheel rim slightly damaged

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge slight lift in tread advise to replace

o/s/r tyre wearing slightly on inner edge and has cuts on outer side wall

outer sills not clearly visible

slight play in o/s/r suspension

Fail 9 Jun 2015 216,945 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid reservoir not visible due to cover fitted

n/s/f tyre has cuts on outer side wall

n/s/f wheel rim slightly damaged

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge slight lift in tread advise to replace

o/s/r tyre wearing slightly on inner edge and has cuts on outer side wall

outer sills not clearly visible

slight play in o/s/r suspension

Fail 30 Jun 2014 208,464 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2014 208,464 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2013 123,981 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 109,357 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 107,456 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 102,315 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 79,843 miles

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

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

Pass 27 May 2009 79,843 miles

exhaust emission output to low to be measured

Pass 20 Jun 2008 60,782 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 60,782 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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YF05 PFA is a 2005 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YF05 PFA, 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 YF05 PFA registered?

YF05 PFA is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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