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YK55 HSE

2005 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,356 mi
Last recorded158,356 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 HSE
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 158,356 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 151,339 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides front lens fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 144,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 132,163 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 123,385 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 123,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 112,712 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 109,134 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 106,682 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 99,807 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 90,961 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 83,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 74,282 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 74,282 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Advise both rear tyres wearing low.

Pass 9 Sep 2010 69,446 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 69,379 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 58,334 miles

both rear tyres on legal limits

sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2008 42,080 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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YK55 HSE 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 83.3%.

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 YK55 HSE, 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 YK55 HSE registered?

YK55 HSE is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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