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YF54 WRV

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

202,396 mi
Last recorded202,396 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF54 WRV
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 202,396 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 202,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 185,909 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 165,997 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 150,002 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

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

rear diff corroded.

Pass 4 Dec 2010 128,636 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 95,148 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 95,144 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

smoke levels to low to read

Pass 4 Dec 2008 69,351 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 56,382 miles

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

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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YF54 WRV is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF54 WRV, 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 YF54 WRV registered?

YF54 WRV is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is YF54 WRV safe to buy?

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