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BF05 RUU

2005 BMW 535

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

203,100 mi
Last recorded203,100 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 535105,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 RUU
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 203,100 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 122,096 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 185,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 256,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 137,069 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 137,040 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 137,040 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 May 2012 135,809 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 126,660 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 115,507 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 100,498 miles

front pads

Pass 11 Feb 2008 84,329 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 83,623 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BF05 RUU is a 2005 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BF05 RUU, 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 BF05 RUU registered?

BF05 RUU is a 2005 BMW 535, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is BF05 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 RUU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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