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AY05 XCD

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,928 mi
Last recorded119,928 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 XCD
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 119,928 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 119,927 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 116,501 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 113,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2013 106,779 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 100,389 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 89,108 miles

advise full undertray fitted not allowing complete inspection of underside

Pass 21 Jan 2010 74,353 miles

emissions to low to register

Pass 22 Jan 2009 58,811 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 42,933 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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AY05 XCD is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AY05 XCD, 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 AY05 XCD registered?

AY05 XCD is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AY05 XCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 XCD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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