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AJ05 ENM

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

149,559 mi
Last recorded149,559 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 ENM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 149,559 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 149,559 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 146,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 146,081 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Buldge on the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 138,831 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 132,604 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 125,035 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 117,203 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 117,049 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 117,033 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 117,003 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 102,348 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 92,957 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 82,328 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 68,438 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 51,064 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 33,055 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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AJ05 ENM is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ05 ENM, 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.

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What year was AJ05 ENM registered?

AJ05 ENM is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is AJ05 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 ENM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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