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YF05 PYH

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

74,466 mi
Last recorded74,466 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 PYH
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 74,466 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 69,630 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 64,250 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 63,806 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 61,254 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 57,918 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 54,573 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2017 54,573 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 50,319 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2016 50,318 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 47,718 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 44,105 miles

Rear number plate fading

Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,496 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 38,495 miles

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

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

front tyres worn inside edges

Pass 29 May 2012 34,950 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 30,545 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 27,229 miles

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

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,903 miles

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

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Jun 2008 17,104 miles

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

low emission emmitter

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

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 PYH is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PYH, 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 PYH registered?

YF05 PYH is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is YF05 PYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 PYH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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