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YK05 HTU

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,103 mi
Last recorded89,103 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 HTU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 89,103 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 88,317 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 88,172 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 87,764 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 86,315 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 84,855 miles

n/s/r suspension bush slightly deteriorated

rear pads wearing low

Pass 9 Mar 2015 80,753 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,982 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 71,614 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 57,628 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 51,365 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2011 51,131 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 43,470 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 36,560 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 28,885 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 28,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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YK05 HTU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YK05 HTU, 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 YK05 HTU registered?

YK05 HTU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is YK05 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 HTU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK05 HTU have outstanding finance?

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