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B16 KCJ

2005 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,534 mi
Last recorded154,534 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 KCJ
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 154,534 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 152,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Nov 2015 148,142 miles

Front bumper insecure at nearside

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 148,139 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front bumper insecure at nearside

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 139,317 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 132,658 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 126,610 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 126,610 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2010 116,222 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 106,198 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 91,395 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 75,539 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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B16 KCJ is a 2005 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 B16 KCJ, 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 B16 KCJ registered?

B16 KCJ is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is B16 KCJ safe to buy?

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