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22 JJX

1999 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

83,560 mi
Last recorded83,560 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 535110,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration22 JJX
MakeBMW
Model535
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 83,560 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 83,542 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 83,354 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 83,021 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 82,716 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,334 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 82,020 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 81,675 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 81,138 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 80,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 79,727 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 78,817 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 77,133 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,114 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2011 74,057 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 72,466 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2009 70,737 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 68,757 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)

engine management light on

Pass 3 Sep 2007 67,136 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 65,846 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Sep 2006 65,841 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

advise engine management light on not affecting emissions or any testable components

Pass 1 Sep 2005 61,936 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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22 JJX is a 1999 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1999 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 110,156 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 22 JJX, 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 27 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 22 JJX?

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What year was 22 JJX registered?

22 JJX is a 1999 BMW 535, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is 22 JJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 22 JJX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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