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BC05 NFF

2005 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

167,496 mi
Last recorded167,496 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC05 NFF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 167,496 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 167,492 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 159,154 miles

Undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2019 153,297 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 141,226 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 131,760 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 123,170 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 116,251 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 116,251 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective light on (5.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 107,500 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 100,926 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 100,924 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 93,743 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 83,198 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 81,053 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 66,487 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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BC05 NFF 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 81.3%.

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 BC05 NFF, 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 BC05 NFF registered?

BC05 NFF is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is BC05 NFF safe to buy?

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