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AJ55 TZT

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,440 mi
Last recorded134,440 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 TZT
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 134,440 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 134,440 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 125,107 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2018 117,591 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2018 117,581 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 109,259 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 99,963 miles

nearside and offside hand brake effort little low

Pass 14 May 2015 90,828 miles

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

exhaust fexi down pipe joint deteriorating

light damage to offside tyre outer wall

nearside fuel tank strap loose but not insecure

Pass 20 May 2014 85,153 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 77,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 May 2013 77,384 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 72,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2011 67,226 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 67,226 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2010 59,219 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 51,791 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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AJ55 TZT is a 2005 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ55 TZT, 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 AJ55 TZT registered?

AJ55 TZT is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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